‘Triclosan’, considered harmful when exposed to high levels for a long time, is most likely present in which of the following?
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Environment › PollutionXSources
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Environment › PollutionXSources
Why is there a concern about copper smelting plants?
1.They may release lethal quantities of carbon monoxide into the environment.
2.The copper slag can cause the leaching of some heavy metals into the environment.
3.They may release sulfur dioxide as a pollutant.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:Options
Answer
(B)
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Environment › PollutionXSources
Magnetite particles, suspected to cause neurodegenerative problems, are generated as environmental pollutants
from which of the following?
1. Brakes of motor vehicles
2. Engines of motor vehicles
3. Microwave stoves within homes
4. Power plants
5. Telephone lines
Select the correct answer using the code given below.Options
Answer
(B)
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Environment › SpeciesXPeculiar features
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Environment › SpeciesXPlants
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Geography › Forests vegetation
Geography › Forests vegetation
Leaf litter decomposes faster than in any other biome, and as a result, the soil surface is often almost bare. Apart from trees, the vegetation is largely composed of plant forms that reach up into the canopy vicariously by climbing the trees or growing as epiphytes rooted on the upper branches of trees. This is the most likely description of:
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(D)