Which of the following is not a source of pollution in soil? (A) Transport sector (B) Agriculture sector (C) Thermal power plants (D) Hydropower plants

Which of the following is not a source of pollution in soil? (A) Transport sector (B) Agriculture sector (C) Thermal power plants (D) Hydropower plants
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