alleryWhat happens in thermal pollution of water?
AHot water is drained into rivers uncooled
BRivers freeze over completely in winter
CSalt water seeps into groundwater beds
DDust settles on the river surface
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Hot water is drained into rivers uncooled
Thermal pollution happens when hot water from factories and power plants reaches rivers and ponds without cooling first.
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