Electrostatic Precipitator is used in Thermal Power Plants to remove which of…
2025
Electrostatic Precipitator is used in Thermal Power Plants to remove which of the following air pollutants?
- A.
Polycycli Aromatic Hydrocarbons
- B.
Gaseous Pollutants
- C.
Fly ash
- D.
Volatile Organic Compounds
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Correct answer: C
Electrostatic Precipitators (ESPs) are specifically designed to remove particulate matter from industrial exhaust gases. In thermal power plants, ESPs primarily capture fly ash, a fine particulate pollutant generated during coal combustion. Other pollutants like PAHs, gaseous pollutants, and VOCs are not targeted by ESPs.