Environmental Chemistry Question 12
Question: Identify the incorrect statement from the following:
Options:
A) Oxides of nitrogen in the atmosphere can cause the depletion of ozone layer
B) Ozone absorbs infrared radiation
C) Depletion of ozone layer is because of its chemical reactions with chlorofluoroalkanes
D) Ozone absorbs the intense ultraviolet radiation of the sun
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Answer:
Correct Answer: B
Solution:
[b] Ozone does not absorb infrared radiation at all. It absorbs UV radiation coming from sun in the upper atmosphere and acts as an umbrella thus protecting human being living on earth
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