Environmental Pollution

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Environmental Pollution: Overview

This topic covers concepts such as, Environmental Pollution etc.

Important Questions on Environmental Pollution

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Which of the following pollutants is known for depleting the ozone layer?

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What is the primary cause of photochemical smog?

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Which of the following is a major contributor to water pollution?

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Which pollutant is primarily responsible for the formation of acid rain?

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What is the main source of sulfur dioxide (SO2) in the atmosphere?

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What measure is effective in reducing land degradation?

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How would you describe the nature of water pollution in India?

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What is a common pull factor responsible for migration?

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What is a common push factor responsible for migration?

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What best describes the challenges faced by slums in India?

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What is a significant problem associated with urban waste disposal in India?

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What is one major effect of air pollution on human health?

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What is the difference between pollution and pollutants?

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Which one of the following is the cause of acid rain?

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Which one of the following diseases is caused by water pollution?

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Which one of the following rivers is highly polluted?

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Match List - I with List - II:

List - I: Pollution Types List - II: Sources of Pollution
(A) Air Pollution (I) Use of pesticides
(B) Water Pollution (II) Advertising media
(C) Land Pollution (III) Combustion of coal
(D) Noise Pollution (IV) Effluents from industries

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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Which one is NOT a cause of water pollution?

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Which of the following geographers described the 'state/country' as a 'living organism'?