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Why are environmental problems common in developing countries?

A. The citizens of developing countries have not been educated about the dangers of pollution and the need to protect resources.

B. People in developing countries travel long distances by car to get to work and school, leading to air pollution and habitat destruction.

C. Rapid growth of new industries and technology has led to an enormous increase in environmental woes in developing countries.

D. Developing countries often specialize in manufacturing and providing raw materials, which can seriously harm the environment.

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Erudite1
The correct option is D.
Most developing countries depend on natural resources for revenue and for foreign exchange. Exploitation of mineral resources such as coal, oil, gas, etc. is the main stay of these developing countries. The extraction of these mineral resources cause enormous environmental pollution, which leads to ill health, disability and death of huge number of people. 

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