Which of the following is ozone depleting pesticide ?
A. D.D.T.
B. Benzene
C. Methyl bromide
D. Ethylene ozonide
Answer: Option C
Solution(By Examveda Team)
Methyl bromide- is considered to be a significant ozone depleting substance (ODS) by atmospheric scientists. While methyl bromide is a natural substance, the additional methyl bromide added to the atmosphere by humans contributes to the thinning of the ozone layer, allowing increased UV radiation to reach the earth’s surface, with potential impact not only to human health and the environment, but to agricultural crops as well.Related Questions on Chemistry
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B. Fire in coal mines
C. Dry farming
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A. electrons and neutrons
B. electrons and protons
C. protons and neutrons
D. All of the above
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A. molality
B. molarity
C. normality
D. formality
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