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The device normally used to remove gaseous pollutants from polluted air but can remove large particulate matter as well, is

A

electrostatic precipitator

B

cyclonic separator

C

trajectory separator

D

scrubber

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understand the Question**: The question asks for a device that removes both gaseous pollutants and large particulate matter from polluted air. 2. **Evaluate the Options**: The options provided are: - Electrostatic precipitators - Cyclonic separator - Trajectory separator - Scrubber 3. **Analyze Each Option**: - **Electrostatic Precipitators**: These devices primarily remove particulate matter from gases using electrical energy. They are effective for small particles but do not effectively remove large particulate matter or gaseous pollutants. - **Cyclonic Separator**: This device is designed to separate particles from a gas stream using centrifugal force. It is more suited for larger particles and does not effectively remove gaseous pollutants. - **Trajectory Separator**: Similar to the cyclonic separator, this device is used to separate particles based on their trajectory in a gas stream. It is not effective for removing gaseous pollutants. - **Scrubber**: Scrubbers are designed to remove both gaseous pollutants and larger particulate matter from the air. They work by passing the polluted air through a liquid that absorbs the gases and captures larger particles. 4. **Identify the Correct Answer**: Based on the analysis, the scrubber is the only device that effectively removes both gaseous pollutants and larger particulate matter from polluted air. 5. **Conclusion**: The correct answer to the question is **Scrubber**. ---
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