Q. Identify the correct statements regarding the thermal structure of the atmosphere:

A. Temperature decreases with altitude in the Mesosphere. 

B. The Thermosphere is the coldest layer of the atmosphere.

 C. The Stratosphere contains the ozone layer, which causes temperature to increase with altitude.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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ASSERTION–REASON 

Assertion (A):Biomagnification is more pronounced in aquatic ecosystems.

Reason (R):Persistent organic pollutants are fat-soluble and resistant to biodegradation.

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ASSERTION–REASON QUESTION

Assertion (A):Eutrophication leads to hypoxic conditions in water bodies.

Reason (R):Decomposition of algal biomass consumes dissolved oxygen.

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ASSERTION–REASON QUESTION

Assertion (A):Ozone in the troposphere acts as a greenhouse gas.

Reason (R):Tropospheric ozone absorbs longwave radiation emitted by Earth.

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#Question id: 40544

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Which of the following statements about noise pollution are correct?

1.Noise above 85 dB can cause permanent hearing loss

2.Traffic noise is categorized as occupational noise

3.Noise pollution can lead to hypertension

4.WHO recommends 55 dB as acceptable daytime noise level

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Consider the following statements regarding thermal pollution:

1.It reduces dissolved oxygen levels

2.It accelerates metabolic rate of aquatic organisms

3.It always increases species diversity

4.It may cause thermal shock

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Which statements are correct regarding particulate matter (PM2.5)?

1.Can penetrate deep into alveoli

2.Mainly emitted from natural forest fires only

3.Associated with cardiovascular diseases

4.Diameter is less than 2.5 µm

Choose the correct option: