Explanation The advent of industrialization led to an increased dependence on fossil fuels (mainly coal) in China. The country developed its coal reserves to be in the race of growth, and at that time, its action was justifiable. However, coal-fired power plants, industries, and other coal-relied houses have added smoke, dust, soot, and harmful gases into the air. Pollution in China is affecting the global weather conditions causing delayed monsoons and shorter summers...

The impact of the fossil fuel consumption of China on the nations in the vicinity.

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