GATE CE 2014 Set 2 — Question 32

MCQ+1 / -0.33EasyParticulate Matter ControlAir PollutionEnvironmental Engineering

Environmental Engineering → Air Pollution → Particulate Matter Control

Last updated 5 September 2026

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The two air pollution control devices that are usually used to remove very fine particles from the flue gas are

Correct answer (C) Electrostatic Precipitator and Fabric Filter Solution Electrostatic Precipitators (ESP) and Fabric Filters (Baghouses) are highly efficient air pollution control devices specifically designed to remove fine particulate matter (often sub-micron in size) from industrial flue gases. Cyclones and settling chambers are generally used for coarser particles. Turn this into a strength. Explore AI-powered practice and doubt support with Success Tracker.

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Correct answer (C) Electrostatic Precipitator and Fabric Filter Solution Electrostatic Precipitators (ESP) and Fabric Filters (Baghouses) are highly efficient air pollution control devices specifically designed to remove fine particulate matter (often sub-micron in size) from industrial flue gases. Cyclones and settling chambers are generally used for coarser particles.

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