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With reference to furnace oil, consider the following statements:

1.It is a product of oil refineries.
2.Some industries use it to generate power.
3.Its use causes sulfur emissions into the environment.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

Bisphenol A (BPA), a cause of concern, is a structural/key component in the manufacture of which of the following kinds of plastics?

‘Triclosan’, considered harmful when exposed to high levels for a long time, is most likely present in which of the following?

Why is there a concern about copper smelting plants?

1.They may release lethal quantities of carbon monoxide into the environment.
2.The copper slag can cause the leaching of some heavy metals into the environment.
3.They may release sulfur dioxide as a pollutant.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Magnetite particles, suspected to cause neurodegenerative problems, are generated as environmental pollutants
from which of the following?
1. Brakes of motor vehicles
2. Engines of motor vehicles
3. Microwave stoves within homes
4. Power plants
5. Telephone lines
Select the correct answer using the code given below.