UV Radiation Health Impact
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Question (English)
UV radiation due to ozone depletion is responsible for:
- Heart disease
- Skin cancer in humans ✓ Correct
- Diabetes
- Malaria
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
UV radiation seems responsible for skin cancer in humans.
Key Points:
- It also lowers production of phytoplankton affecting aquatic organisms.
- It can influence the growth of terrestrial plants.
- Ozone layer prevents harmful UV wavelengths from reaching Earth.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
- A, C, D: UV radiation specifically causes skin cancer.
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This multiple choice question is from CH-7: ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT, Indian Economic Development, NCERT Books. It has 4 options with a detailed explanation of the correct answer. Practice more MCQs from CH-7: ENVIRONMENT AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT to strengthen your preparation.
