Consider the following statements with respect to thermal power stations. State whether these statements are true or false.(a) They pollute the atmosphere due to the production of a large amount of smoke and fumes.(b) They are costlier in running cost as compared to hydroelectric plants.(c) They require a larger space as compared to hydroelectric power stations for the same capacity of generation.

• A. (a) True, (b) True and (c) False
• B. (a) False, (b) True and (c) True
• C. (a) False, (b) True and (c) False
• D. (a) True, (b) True and (c) True