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Sulfur is removed from petroleum products to reduce air pollution when these products are burned. Sulfur dioxide emissions contribute to acid rain and other negative environmental impacts. Removing sulfur also helps prevent damage to vehicles and machinery that can be caused by sulfur-containing compounds.

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