Mercury:
A)is a persistent organic toxic compound.
B)is a persistent inorganic toxic compound.
C)is a form of thermal pollution.
D)emissions are strictly regulated by the electrostatic precipitator.

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Mercury is a persistent inorganic toxic compound, meaning it does not break down easily in the environment and can accumulate in living organisms, leading to various health problems. It is not organic, does not specifically relate to thermal pollution, and while emissions may be regulated, electrostatic precipitators are more commonly associated with particulate matter control rather than mercury specifically.