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Which device is used to clean both dust and gases from polluted air?
Which device is used to clean both dust and gases from polluted air?
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Electrostatic precipitators achieve over 99% efficiency for particulate removal; wet scrubbers are used for gases.
Updated On: Nov 10, 2025
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An electrostatic precipitator uses electric charges to attract and remove fine particles (dust) from exhaust gases and can also capture certain gaseous pollutants when combined with wet scrubbing. It is widely used in industrial settings for air pollution control.
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