Natural pollutants
A) are those contaminants that are linked to human activity
B) include such contaminants as lead and carbon monoxide
C) are the same as anthropogenic pollutants
D) are those arising from nonartificial processes in nature

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Natural pollutants are those contaminants that arise from nonartificial processes in nature, such as volcanic eruptions, forest fires, and dust storms. They are not linked to human activity, unlike anthropogenic pollutants, which are caused by human actions. Examples of natural pollutants include pollen, mold spores, and wildfire smoke. Lead and carbon monoxide are examples of anthropogenic pollutants. Therefore, option D is the correct answer.

Natural Pollutants