[Solved] According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which one of the following is the largest source of sulphur dioxide emissions? Locomotives using fossil fuels Ships using fossil fuels Extraction of metals from ores Power plants using fossil fuels

Q20. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which one of the following is the largest source of sulphur dioxide emissions?

1. Locomotives using fossil fuels
2. Ships using fossil fuels
3. Extraction of metals from ores
4. Power plants using fossil fuels

Answer: 4

Explanation:

• Burning coal releases high amounts of sulfur dioxide into the atmosphere.
• Power plants, steel manufacturing, and cement production are major contributors.
• The burning of fossil fuels (especially coal in power plants) is the largest source of sulphur dioxide emissions globally.
• According to NASA & UNEP, India, China, and Russia are among the top emitters of SO₂ due to heavy reliance on coal-based power.