JEE Main202124 Feb 2021Morning ShiftChemistryEnvironmental ChemistryActual

The gas released during anaerobic degradation of vegetation may lead to:

Options

ACorrosion of metals
BOzone hole
CGlobal warming and cancer
DAcid rain

Correct answer

C. Global warming and cancer

Step-by-step solution

The gas CH 4 evolved due to anaerobic degradation of vegetation, which causes global warming and cancer. Anaerobic degradation means the breakdown in the absence of oxygen. During anaerobic degradation of vegetation, CH 4 is produced, which is responsible for global warming as it absorbs sun’s heat. It is also known to cause cancer.

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