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Thermal pollution of water increases its toxicity and oxidation of oxygen demanding waste besides favouring bacterial growth. A rise in water temperature by 10°C, doubles the toxic effects of __________ present in it.

coal ash
potassium cyanide
ortho-xylene
none of these

Correct Answer: potassium cyanide

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