Question

The light of cities is reduced in comparison to villages due to the presence of

• A. Hydrocarbons
• B. Particulate matter
• C. $S{O}_2$ and $S{O}_2$
• D. $S{O}_2$ and oxides of nitrogen

Answer 1

The correct option is B Particulate matter

Particulate matter is the small and fine solid particles present in the atmosphere. These suspended particles may be due to aerosols, dust particles, particles of carbon or other elements, etc. When the amount of these particles are higher, there is a reduction in the intensity of the sunlight reaching this region. Due to the air pollution in the cities, there is less intensity of the light which is received compared to the villages.

Thus, the correct answer is option B.