wiz-icon
MyQuestionIcon
MyQuestionIcon
1
You visited us 1 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!
Question

A thick fog-like layer in the atmosphere, especially during winters it is called:

A
smoke
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
B
smog
Right on! Give the BNAT exam to get a 100% scholarship for BYJUS courses
C
dust
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
D
none of the above
No worries! We‘ve got your back. Try BYJU‘S free classes today!
Open in App
Solution

The correct option is B smog
Smog is a thick fog-like layer in the atmosphere, especially during winters, made up of fog and smoke.

Sulphur dioxide is mainly produced by burning fuels such as coal. It causes respiratory problems, including permanent lung damage.

Hence, the correct option is B

flag
Suggest Corrections
thumbs-up
0
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
similar_icon
Related Videos
thumbnail
lock
Introduction
BIOLOGY
Watch in App
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
CrossIcon