Human Reproduction Question 247
Question: Which important green-house gas, other than methane, is being produced from the agricultural fields [CBSE PMT 1998]
Options:
A) Arsine
B) Sulphur dioxide
C) Ammonia
D) Nitrous oxide
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
In addition to, some other gases also contribute to greenhouse effect.
These include ozone, CFCs, nitrous oxids and even methane.
Nitrous oxide is produced by denitrifying bacteria acting on artificial fertilizers applied to poorly aerated soils.