Consider the following:
1. Methane
2. Black carbon
3. Hydrofluorocarbons
4. Tropospheric ozone

How many of the above are considered as super pollutants?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) Only three
(d) All four

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Consider the following:
1. Methane
2. Black carbon
3. Hydrofluorocarbons
4. Tropospheric ozone

How many of the above are considered as super pollutants?
(a) Only one
(b) Only two
(c) Only three
(d) All four

ONLiNE UPSC · Accepted Answer

Super pollutants are short-lived climate pollutants that have a shorter atmospheric lifespan compared to CO2, they significantly impact climate change and air quality. It includes methane, black carbon, hydrofluorocarbons and tropospheric ozone.

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Consider the following: 1. Methane 2. Black carbon 3. Hydrofluorocarbons 4. Tropospheric ozone How many of the above are considered as super pollutants? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) Only three (d) All four