Geography: Manufacturing Industries · Class 10 · CBSE Social Science
How do manufacturing industries cause environmental degradation? Mention two measures that industries can adopt to reduce pollution.
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How do manufacturing industries cause environmental degradation? Mention two measures that industries can adopt to reduce pollution.
Solution
Industrial pollution affects air, water and land through emissions, effluents and waste. Treatment plants, cleaner fuels, pollution-control equipment, recycling and water reuse are important measures for reducing environmental damage.
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