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What is the effect of 'thermal inversion' on air pollution?
AIt helps in dispersing pollutants
BIt traps pollutants close to the ground
CIt has no effect on pollution
DIt destroys ozone
✓ Correct Answer: B — It traps pollutants close to the ground
A thermal inversion occurs when warm air sits over cold air, preventing convection and trapping smog and pollutants near the surface.
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