Biology Practice: Pollution (Mock Test 3 - Advanced Processes & Global Impact)
1. The phenomenon where certain pollutants like mercury or DDT increase in concentration as they move up the food chain is:
2. Which of the following is the most significant consequence of the "Ozone Layer Depletion"?
3. "Stone Leprosy" is a term logically used to describe the damage to buildings caused by:
4. Which gas is released from rice fields and gut of ruminants, contributing significantly to the Greenhouse Effect?
5. "Particulate matter" (PM 2.5) is considered more dangerous than larger particles because:
6. The 'Montreal Protocol' (1987) is a global agreement aimed at:
7. Why does "Thermal Pollution" lead to the death of fish in a pond?
8. Which secondary pollutant is formed by the reaction of Nitrogen oxides and Hydrocarbons in the presence of sunlight?
9. The logic behind using "Scrubbers" in industrial chimneys is to remove:
10. "Bioremediation" is an advanced technique used to clean up oil spills using:
11. A high "BOD" value in a river sample logically indicates that the river is:
12. The accumulation of high levels of Nitrates in drinking water can cause ________ in infants.
13. Which of the following is a "Point Source" of water pollution?
14. The logic behind the "3 Rs" of waste management is to reduce the burden on landfills. They stand for:
15. "E-waste" (Electronic waste) is particularly dangerous because it contains toxic elements like:
16. What is the logical result of "Deforestation" on the global Carbon Cycle?
17. Which layer of the atmosphere is also known as the "Umbrella of the Earth"?
18. The accumulation of toxic substances like DDT in human body fat is a classic example of:
19. Which of the following is a "Non-renewable" source of energy whose burning causes pollution?
20. The logical purpose of the "Green Belt" (rows of trees) around industrial areas is to:
