Question

Which one of the following statements is not valid for aerosols?

• A. They are harmful to human health
• B. They alter rainfall and monsoon patterns
• C. They cause increased agricultural productivity
• D. They have negative impact on agricultural land

Answer 1

The correct option is C They cause increased agricultural productivity

Aerosols are minute particles suspended in the atmosphere and are one of the major air pollutants.

The following are the environmental, agricultural and health issues caused by aerosols:
(1) They are harmful to human health
(2) They alter rainfall and monsoon patterns
(3) They have a negative impact on agricultural land causing a decrease in agricultural productivity.