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Select all that apply. Which of the following energy sources cause air pollution? hydroelectric power oil coal nuclear power

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Oil (fossil fuels)
Coal (smog, soot, acid rain, etc.)


Correct answer: Oil and coal

Air pollution is caused mainly by the burning of fossil fuel, which include coal and oil. When coal is burned it releases a large number of airborne pollutants and toxins in the environment. It includes sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, mercury and lead,  and various other metals.

Carbon dioxide is considered as a good indicator of how much fossil fuel is burnt and how much of pollutant is released into the atmosphere.