UPSC Previous Year Question | Prelims GS | 2018

Which of the following statements best describes 'carbon fertilization'?

  1. Increased plant growth due to increased concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere
  2. Increased temperature of Earth due to increased concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere
  3. Increased acidity of oceans as a result of increased concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere
  4. Adaptation of all living beings on Earth to the climate change brought about by the increased concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere

Answer

Correct Answer

Increased plant growth due to increased concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere

Explanation

Carbon (CO2) fertilization is the enhanced growth of plants due to higher atmospheric CO2 concentrations, which boosts photosynthesis.

Topics: carbon fertilization, climate change, effects of rising carbon dioxide, environment and ecology