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Which of the following causes damage to the building containing calcium carbonate and responsible for cough and choking in human?

A

Sulphur

B

Carbon

C

Nitrogen dioxide

D

Sulphur dioxide

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D
`SO_2` in air and moisture give `H_2SO_4` which reacts with marble (calcium carbonate) and causes damage to the building. Also it causes cough and choking in human.
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