Consider the following statements regarding ‘Earth Hour’:
1. It is an initiative of UNEP and UNESCO.
2. It is a movement in which the participants switch off the lights for one hour on a certain day every year.
3. It is a movement to raise the awareness about the climate change and the need to save the planet.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Prelims
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Environment › International Org,TreatiesXEnvironment
Environment › International Org,TreatiesXEnvironment
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Answer
(C)
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Environment › Marine Ecosystem
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Environment › National Parks
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Environment › PollutionXSources
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Environment › PollutionXSources
There is some concern regarding the nanoparticles of some chemical elements that are used by the industry in the manufacture of various products. Why?
1. They can accumulate in the environment and contaminate water and soil.
2. They can enter the food chains.
3. They can trigger the production of free radicals.
Select the correct answer using the code given belowBrominatedOptions
Answer
(D)
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Environment › PollutionXSources
Brominated flame retardants are used in many household products like mattresses and
upholstery. Why is there some concern about their use?
1. They are highly resistant to degradation in the environment.
2. They are able to accumulate in humans and animals.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:Options
Answer
(C)
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Environment › Rio Family/UNFCCC/IPCC
Environment › Rio Family/UNFCCC/IPCC
Consider the following international agreements:
1. The International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture.
2. The United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification.
3. The World Heritage Convention.
Which of the above has/have a bearing on the biodiversity?Options
Answer
(D)
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Environment › SpeciesXPeculiar features