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Which of the following is responsible for depletion of the ozone layer in the upper strata of the atmosphere?
Freons or chlorofluoro carbons are responsible for depletion of the ozone layer in the upper strata of the atmosphere. They are used as propellants, aerosol spray caps, refrigerants, firefighting reagents etc. They are stable and chemically inert compounds. They absorb UV-radiation and break down liberating free atomic chlorine which causes decomposition of ozone through free radical reaction. This results in the depletion of the ozone layer.
Freon are mainly Freon-1 (CFCl3) and Freon-12 (CF2Cl2). They form free radical of chlorine in presence of UV-radiation. Such free radical decomposes O3 as follows:
In the stratosphere, a dynamic equilibrium between ozone and oxygen is observed in which ozone is broken down to molecular oxygen. The source of this energy is
The dynamic equilibrium between ozone and oxygen is crucial for maintaining the ozone layer. The initial breakdown of ozone occurs due to the action of U-V radiations.
Which of the following is a sink for CO?
Both the microorganisms present in the soil and hemoglobin are sink for CO.
After the continuous use of DDT, it have been noticed that it is not effective as it was before. Identify the correct reason:
As the use of DDT increased, the insects got selected and hence developed resistance against the pesticide. This made them ineffective against the insects. The increased used of DDT lead to soil pollution.
Which of the following air pollutants are responsible for forming smog (smoke + fog)?
PAN (Peroxy acylnitrate) and Peroxy benzoyl nitrate are responsible for forming smoke and fog i.e. smog.
Which of the following is not correct about acid rain?
Greenhouse effect is responsible for decrease in the level of the ground water.
Which artificial sweetener contains chlorine?
Which one of the following is used as Antihistamine?
Diphenhydramine commonly known as Benadryl, is an antihistamine which is mainly used to treat allergies. Histamine is released by the mast cells present in the body during several types of allergic reactions and to a lesser extent during some viral infections, such as the common cold. It also includes rash, itching, watery eyes, itchy eyes/nose/throat, cough, runny nose, and sneezing. It is also used to prevent and treat nausea, vomiting and dizziness caused by motion sickness.
Which of the chemical is used to treat water pollution?
Any oxidizing agent can be used to treat water pollution. Out of the given option, K2Cr2O7 is an oxidizing agent and therefore can be used for treating water pollution.
Disease caused by eating fish found in water contaminated with industrial waste having mercury is
Mercury poisoning produces a crippling and often fatal disease called Minamata disease.
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