Question

Consider the following assertion and reason, select the right option.
Assertion [A]: Mercury is one of the leading causes of pollution in oceans
Reasons [R]: Mercury turns into methylmercury, which is toxic.

• A. Both A and R are correct and R explains A
• B. Both A and R are correct and R does not explain A
• C. Both A and R are incorrect
• D. A is correct and R is incorrect

Answer 1

The correct option is A Both A and R are correct and R explains A

Apart from oil spills, mercury has been a huge problem when it comes to water pollution. After the advent of industrial revolution and the subsequent increase in the use of fossil fuels, the levels of mercury in ocean waters have increased. Mercury gets converted to methylmercury. This compound is highly toxic and leads to mercury poisoning in marine life.