1. The global emissions (by weight) of following primary pollutants from natural sources are maximum in the case of
- Nitric oxide
- Carbon monoxide
- Methane
- Carbon dioxide
Answer: Carbon dioxide
2. Checking of re radiating heat by atmospheric carbon dioxide, dust, methane, ozone is known as
- solar effect
- radioactive effect
- ozone layer
- greenhouse effect
Answer: greenhouse effect
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3. What is the primary source of energy driving the Earth’s climate system?
- Wind
- Solar radiation
- Geothermal heat
- Fossil fuels
Answer: Solar radiation
4. What is the primary cause of acid rain?
- Sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides
- Carbon dioxide
- Methane
- Ozone
Answer: Sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides
5. What is the primary component of smog?
- Carbon dioxide
- Methane
- Nitrogen dioxide
- Ozone
Answer: Nitrogen dioxide
6. Which gas is responsible for the “Greenhouse Gas Effect” on Venus?
- Carbon dioxide
- Methane
- Water vapor
- Sulfur dioxide
Answer: Carbon dioxide
7. The Montreal Protocol aims to protect the ozone layer by phasing out the use of:
- Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)
- Sulfur dioxide
- Carbon dioxide
- Nitrogen oxides
Answer: Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)
8. Which disaster is most likely to be influenced by climate change?
- Earthquakes
- Tsunamis
- Tropical cyclones
- Volcanic eruptions
Answer: Tropical cyclones
9. This is not a possible adverse effect of global warming
- sea level rise
- an increase of UVB radiation
- retreat of glaciers
- extraordinary weather patterns
Answer: an increase of UVB radiation
10. Surplus of atmospheric carbon dioxide causes an increase in the greenhouse effect as carbon dioxide
- is opaque to infrared rays
- is not opaque to infrared rays
- precipitates dust in the atmosphere
- reduce atmospheric pressure
Answer: is opaque to infrared rays
11. The Kyoto Protocol is related to the reduction of:
- Greenhouse gas emissions
- Deforestation
- Acid rain
- Ozone layer depletion
Answer: Greenhouse gas emissions
12. The term “Albedo” refers to:
- Ocean currents
- Ice melting
- Earth’s reflectivity
- Greenhouse effect
Answer: Earth’s reflectivity
13. Which region is most vulnerable to the impacts of sea-level rise?
- Mountainous areas
- Coastal areas
- Deserts
- Polar regions
Answer: Coastal areas
14. The term “Renewable Energy” refers to sources that are:
- Finite and depleting
- Non-renewable
- Sustainable and replenishable
- Harmful to the environment
Answer: Sustainable and replenishable
15. Which of the following gases has the maximum contribution to Global Warming ?
- Carbon dioxide (CO2)
- Methane (CH4 )
- Sulfur Hexa fluoride (SF6 )
- More than one of the above
Answer: Carbon dioxide (CO2)
16. The abbreviation NMSHE, in the context of Climate Action Plan of Govt. of India, stands for
- National Mission on Solar - Hydro Energy
- National Mission on Sustaining Himalayan Ecosystem
- National Mission on Sustainable Hydrogen Energy
- National Mission on Survey of Himalayan Ecosystem
Answer: National Mission on Sustaining Himalayan Ecosystem
17. CFCs have a continuing effect on the ozone layer as
- they are efficiently absorbed by atmospheric water vapours
- they are being produced in increasing amounts all over the world
- Cl atoms formed by them are used up in reactions causing degradation of the ozone
- Cl atoms formed by them only act as catalysts in reactions causing degradation of the ozone
Answer: Cl atoms formed by them only act as catalysts in reactions causing degradation of the ozone
18. What is the main cause of the hole in the ozone layer?
- Carbon emissions
- Deforestation
- Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)
- Volcanic activity
Answer: Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs)
19. Which gas is responsible for ocean acidification?
- Carbon dioxide
- Methane
- Nitrogen
- Oxygen
Answer: Carbon dioxide
20. Which climate zone is characterized by hot temperatures and heavy rainfall throughout the year?
- Polar
- Temperate
- Tropical
- Arid
Answer: Tropical
21. What is the primary driver of the monsoon in India?
- El Niño
- La Niña
- Himalayan mountains
- Thar Desert
Answer: Himalayan mountains
22. What is the primary cause of the formation of the ozone hole?
- Industrial pollution
- Deforestation
- Volcanic activity
- Ozone-depleting substances
Answer: Ozone-depleting substances
23. Which layer of the atmosphere is closest to the Earth’s surface?
- Stratosphere
- Troposphere
- Mesosphere
- Thermosphere
Answer: Troposphere
24. What is the primary cause of the formation of acid rain?
- Industrial emissions
- Agricultural activities
- Volcanic eruptions
- Solar radiation
Answer: Industrial emissions
25. In 'global warming' the temperature of
- Troposphere increase
- Ionosphere increase
- Mesosphere increase
- Stratosphere increase
Answer: Troposphere increase
26. Which of the following is not a renewable energy source?
- Solar power
- Wind power
- Natural gas
- Hydropower
Answer: Natural gas
27. What is the primary cause of coral bleaching in oceans?
- Ocean acidification
- Pollution
- Overfishing
- Elevated sea temperatures
Answer: Elevated sea temperatures
28. How does climate change (global warming) affect human health?
- By increasing illnesses such as heat stress, cardiovascular disease, and kidney disease.
- By increasing respiratory illnesses such as asthma and allergies.
- By increasing insect-borne infections such as dengue fever.
- More than one of the above
Answer: More than one of the above
29. Correct descending order of relative contribution of various greenhouse gases to total global warming is
- carbon dioxide; methane; CFCs; nitrous oxide
- carbon dioxide; methane; nitrous oxide; CFCs
- carbon dioxide; CFCs; nitrous oxide; methane
- carbon dioxide; CFCs; methane; nitrous oxide
Answer: carbon dioxide; methane; CFCs; nitrous oxide
30. Ultraviolet radiations from sunlight cause a reaction producing
- carbon monoxide
- ozone
- fluorides
- sulphur dioxide
Answer: ozone
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