Occupational and Environmental Health: Recognizing and Preventing Disease and Injury - Multiple Choice Questions - Learn & Prevent

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What type of pollution does industrial processes mainly emit that may adversely affect health?

Carbon monoxide
Volatile organic compounds
Inert gases
Electromagnetic radiation

The correct answer is: Volatile organic compounds

Industrial processes mainly emit volatile organic compounds, also known as VOCs, that may adversely affect health. Carbon monoxide, option A, is also a health hazard that can be emitted from industrial processes but is not the main type of pollution emitted. Inert gases, option C, are less likely to cause adverse health effects compared to VOCs. Electromagnetic radiation, option D, is not a type of pollution emitted from industrial processes, making it an incorrect choice.