Which is not a major factor resulting in pollution from increased economic activity in China?
(1 point)
Responses
More people are driving motor vehicles.
More people are driving motor vehicles.
More factories are burning coal.
More factories are burning coal.
More farmlands are being cleared.
More farmlands are being cleared.
More bicycles are being used for traveling purposes.
More bicycles are being used for traveling purposes.
More bicycles are being used for traveling purposes.
The option "More bicycles are being used for traveling purposes" is not a major factor resulting in pollution from increased economic activity in China. This option stands out because it suggests a mode of transportation that is generally considered to be environmentally friendly and does not contribute significantly to pollution.
To arrive at this answer, you can analyze the given options and eliminate the ones that are major contributors to pollution from increased economic activity.
First, you can consider the option "More people are driving motor vehicles." This is a significant factor in pollution as vehicles emit harmful pollutants such as carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases.
Next, you can look at the option "More factories are burning coal." This is also a major contributor to pollution, as coal combustion releases harmful air pollutants and greenhouse gases.
Lastly, you can consider the option "More farmlands are being cleared." This can lead to deforestation, which results in the loss of carbon sinks and contributes to greenhouse gas emissions.
After considering these options, you can conclude that "More bicycles being used for traveling purposes" is the option that does not contribute significantly to pollution from increased economic activity in China.