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Assertion : An electrostatic precipitator (ESP) is a particulate collection device that removes dust and smoke particles from flowing air using the force of an induced electrostatic charge.
Reason : An ESP is a highly efficient device as it removes 99 percent of particulate matter present in the exhaust from a thermal power plant.

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