NCERT Question 10 - Chapter 18 Class 8 - Pollution of Air and Water

Last updated at Dec. 16, 2024 by

Describe the threat to the beauty of the Taj Mahal.

Answer

 

Taj Mahal is famous for its while marble but this white marble is turning yellowish because of 

 

  • Harmful Gases from Various Industries
    Various Industries which are in and around the Taj Mahal emits gases such as Sulphur Dioxide and Nitrogen dioxide
    These gases cause Acid Rain
    This acid in the acid rain reacts with the white marble of the Taj Mahal and is corroding it(damaging it)

  • Soot particles
    Soot particles(Carbon Particles) are suspended in the air from Mathura Oil Refinery near the Taj Mahal.
    They are also responsible for the yellowing of the Marble

 

 

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