VPH-0088
QUESTION
The process by which carbon sinks remove carbon dioxide (CO₂) form atmosphere is known as carbon sequestration. The main natural sinks are (a) Absorption of CO₂ by the oceans via physico-chemical and biological processes. (b) Photosynthesis by terrestrial plants. (c) Landfills. (d) Carbon capture and storage proposal. Which of the following statement given above is/are correct?
OPTIONS
(A) Only a
(B) Only b
(C) Only a and b
(D) Only c and d
ANSWER
(C) Only a and b
EXPLANATION
Oceans absorb carbon dioxide and terrestrial plants remove it by photosynthesis, making statements (a) and (b) natural carbon sinks. Landfills and carbon capture/storage proposals are not the main natural sinks described.