KCET · Chemistry · p Block Elements (Group 15, 16, 17 & 18)
Identify the incorrect statement from the following.
- A Oxides of nitrogen in the atmosphere can cause depletion of the ozone layer.
- B Ozone absorbs the intense ultraviolet radiation of Sun.
- C Depletion of ozone layer is because of its chemical reactions with chlorofluoro alkanes.
- D Ozone absorbs infrared radiation.
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Correct Answer
(D) Ozone absorbs infrared radiation.
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Statement given in option (4) is incorrect while all other statements are correct.
The correct form of option (4) is ozone absorbs UV radiation.
The correct form of option (4) is ozone absorbs UV radiation.
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