Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

Indian Economic Development: Environment and Sustainable Development

Question:

Which of the following is a result of "Ozone depletion"?

Options:

Increase in the UV rays

Increase in the cases of skin cancer

Affects aquatic animals

All of the above

Correct Answer:

All of the above

Explanation:

As a result of depletion of the ozone layer, more ultraviolet (UV) radiation comes to Earth and causes damage to living organisms. UV radiation seems responsible for skin cancer in humans; it also lowers production of phytoplankton and thus affects other aquatic organisms. It can also influence the growth of terrestrial plants.