Explanation

• Fuel is the major source of release of direct pollutants in air pollution.
• Primarily due to the combustion of fossil fuels, which releases harmful pollutants into the atmosphere.

Fuel combustion releases pollutants such as:

• Particulate matter (PM)
• Carbon monoxide (CO)
• Nitrogen oxides (NOx)
• Sulfur dioxide (SO2)Volatile 
• organic compounds (VOCs)

These pollutants can come from various sources, including:

• Transportation (vehicles, airplanes)
• Industrial processes (power plants, refineries)
• Residential and commercial heating and cooking