Depletion of ozone layer in stratosphere enhances the risk of:
The ozone layer in the stratosphere acts as a shield that absorbs and filters out the sun's harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation, particularly UV-B rays. When the ozone layer is depleted, more UV-B radiation reaches the Earth's surface. Increased exposure to UV-B radiation is known to cause skin damage, leading to a higher risk of skin cancers, such as melanoma and basal cell carcinoma.
For the protection and improvement of the environmental quality, the Environment
Protection Act came into force in the year _________.
Evaluate these statements regarding atmospheric layers:
1. Most weather phenomena occur in the stratosphere.
2. The ozone layer is primarily found in the troposphere.
Which of the above is/are correct?
Which of the following best describes the rate of natural increase of population?
What astronomical observation is most severely hampered by increasing levels of urban light pollution?
A coastal city implements a plan to build sea walls and elevate buildings in response to rising sea levels. This action primarily falls under which category of climate change response?
Which of the following is the biggest cause of underground soil pollution in cities?
Acid rain is mainly caused due to which gases?
