Q18 / 160 · TS EAMCET 2016 · Chemistry

In environmental chemistry, the medium which is affected by a pollutant is called as the

  • A
    sink
  • B
    slag
  • C
    solvent
  • Correct answer
    D
    receptor

Solution

In environmental chemistry, the medium which is affected by a pollutant is called receptors or targets. Receptors, are the biotic or abiotic components, which affected adversely by the pollution.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'D'.

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