Question

Which one of the following pair is mismatched?

• A. Nuclear power- radioactive wastes
• B. Solar energy- greehouse effect
• C. Fossil fuel burning- release of CO${}_2$
• D. Biomass burning- release of CO${}_2$

Answer 1

The correct option is B Solar energy- greehouse effect

Nuclear power will generate lots of radioactive wastes which is harmful to the animals and plants.

Solar energy coming to the earth is not responsible for the greenhouse effect. It is the increase in greenhouse gasses in the atmosphere like CO${}_2$, methane and CFC which is released by complete combustion of fossil fuels or biomass in industries or transportation vehicles that prevent the re-radiation of infrared radiation from the earth and result in the increase in temperature of the earth.

The burning of fossil fuels and biomass releases carbon dioxide which thereby causes global warming.

Therefore, the correct answer is option B.