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The Bhopal Gas Tragedy is related with

A

Methane

B

Carbon monoxide

C

Methyl isocyanate (MIC)

D

`SO_(2)`

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Identify the Event**: The Bhopal Gas Tragedy occurred in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India, on December 2, 1984. 2. **Determine the Cause**: The tragedy was caused by a gas leak at the Union Carbide pesticide plant. 3. **Identify the Chemical Involved**: The chemical that leaked was methyl isocyanate (MIC), which is used in the production of pesticides. 4. **Impact of the Incident**: The leak resulted in the deaths of approximately 15,000 people and caused significant health issues for many more. 5. **Select the Correct Answer**: Based on the information, the Bhopal Gas Tragedy is related to methyl isocyanate (option C). **Final Answer**: The Bhopal Gas Tragedy is related to methyl isocyanate. ---
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