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UPSC 2024: According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which one of the following is the largest source of sulphur dioxide emissions?
(a)Locomotives using fossil fuels
(b)Ships using fossil fuels
(c)Extraction of metals from ores
(d)Power plants using fossil fuels
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Not attemptedCorrect Answer: (d) Power plants using fossil fuels
According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the largest source of SO₂ released to the atmosphere is the burning of fossil fuels at power plants; other sources such as metal smelting, ships or locomotives are far smaller contributors. ([epa.gov](https://www.epa.gov/so2-pollution/sulfur-dioxide-basics?utm_source=openai))
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The correct answer is option (d): Power plants using fossil fuels. Watch the detailed video explanation in our Sherlocking Prelims course on UnlockIAS.
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This question was asked in UPSC CSE Prelims 2024, GS Paper 1, as Question 90. It falls under Environment & Ecology > Pollution & Waste Management.
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This question is rated "easy". It tests basic recall and most well-prepared aspirants should answer it correctly.
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