Presence of high concentration of ozone and smog in atmospheric air
causes the
(A) Embrittlement & decrease of folding resistance of paper
(B) Cracking of rubber products
(C) Fading of dye on textiles
(D) Damage of electrical insulator on high tension power line

1 Answer

Answer :

(B) Cracking of rubber products

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