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According to Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), which particulate size in diameter (in micrometers) of the air pollutants is responsible for greatest harm to human health ?

A

Particulate matter of size 10 `mu` m can create severe damage to the lungs

B

Particulate matter of size greater than 2.5 `mu` m can get trapped in lungs and cause problems

C

Particulate matter of size less than 2.5`mu` m penetrate deep into lungs

D

None of the above

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The correct Answer is:
B
According to central pollution central board particulate size 2.5 cum or class in diameter are responsible for causing greatest harm to human health.
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