The Great Smog of 1952 took place in which of the following cities?
[A] London
[B] New York
[C] Tokyo
[D] Berlin
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Correct Answer: A [ London ]
Notes:
The Great Smog of 1952, also known as the Killer Fog, took place in London. On 5 December 1952, a thick yellow smog brought the London city to a standstill for four days and it is estimated to have killed more than 4,000 people. Coal combustion was considered as the main reason for the formation of smog.
