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Which of the following effects are caused by hydrocarbon pollutants?

Option: 1

Hydrocarbons are carcinogenic i.e they cause cancer


Option: 2

They harm plants and cause shedding of leaves, flower and twigs


Option: 3

both 1 & 2


Option: 4

It is high poisonous to living beings


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Harmful effects of Hydrocarbons 

Hydrocarbons are Carcinogenic. They cause eye and mucous membrane irritation, bronchial constriction, harm plants by causing ageing and breakdown of tissues. They cause shedding of leaves, flowers and twigs.

Hence, the correct answer is Option (3)

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