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Thermal pollution primarily has its impact on which of the following?

1. plants and vegetation
2. aquatic organisms
3. rocks and minerals
4. the atmosphere

Correct answer: aquatic organisms

Solution

Thermal pollution mainly affects aquatic organisms because it alters the temperature of water bodies, which can disrupt the delicate balance of ecosystems, harm fish and other aquatic life, and reduce oxygen levels in the water.

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