Question

Which was a major cause of environmental pollution in American cities during the late 1800s?

A.
electric-powered streetcars


B.
diesel-powered railroad locomotives


C.
internal-combustion engines in automobiles


D.
coal-fired stoves, factories, and power plants

Answer 1

"Coal-fired stoves, factories, and power plants" is the one among the following choices given in the question that was a major cause of environmental pollution in American cities during the late 1800s. The correct option among all the options that are given in the question is the last option or option "D".

Answer 2

Answer;

D. Coal-fired stoves, factories, and power plants

Explanation;

-Air pollution from factories and coal-fired power plants includes sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, particulate matter (PM), and heavy metals, leading to smog, acid rain, toxins in the environment, and numerous respiratory, cardiovascular, and cerebrovascular effects.