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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.

A

If both Assertion `&` Reason are True `&` the Reason is a correct explanation of the Assertion.

B

If both Assertion `&` Reason are True but Reason is not a correct explanation of the Assertion

C

If Assertion is True but the Reason if False.

D

If both Assertion `&` Reason are false.

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