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Monuments of marble can be destroyed by:

1. sulphur dioxide pollution
2. carbon monoxide pollution
3. pesticide pollution
4. dust particles

Correct answer: sulphur dioxide pollution

Solution

Sulphur dioxide dissolves in water to form acidic compounds, leading to acid rain. Acid reacts with marble (calcium carbonate), causing it to erode and lose detail over time.

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