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Which of the following is a result of 'Thermal Pollution' in rivers?

AIncrease in metabolic rate of fish
BDecrease in dissolved oxygen
CBoth a and b
DIncrease in oxygen solubility

✓ Correct Answer: CBoth a and b

Hot water holds less oxygen and speeds up fish metabolism, which can be lethal as they need more oxygen but have less available.

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