State PCS PYQPrelims 2018

UPPCS · Question 142

Which of the following energy sources produces NO atmospheric pollution?

  1. Nuclear energy
  2. Solar energy
  3. Petroleum energy
  4. Coal energy
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Answer: (B) Solar energy

Explanation

Solar energy produces no atmospheric pollution during generation. Nuclear energy creates radioactive waste, and petroleum and coal emit greenhouse gases and pollutants.