Which was a major cause of environmental pollution in American cities during the late 1800s? A. large numbers of horses used for transportation B. chemicals used in dry cleaning shops C. dust storms blowing in from the Great Plains D. wastewater discharge from hydroelectric power plants

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Eva Cooley

10 December, 16:54

Which was a major cause of environmental pollution in American cities during the late 1800s? A. large numbers of horses used for transportation B. chemicals used in dry cleaning shops C. dust storms blowing in from the Great Plains D. wastewater discharge from hydroelectric power plants

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Campbell Davidson · Answer 1

"D. wastewater discharge from hydroelectric power plants" is the correct answer. This was before the time of government oversight, so businesses disposed of hazardous materials in very damaging ways.