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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the process by which radiation from a planet's atmosphere warms the planet's surface to a temperature above. Radiatively active gases (i.e., greenhouse gases) in a planet's atmosphere radiate energy in all directions.
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  2. Discuss the percentage of air pollution is caused by cars.

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  10. Discuss the harmful effects of PM?

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  12. What is a natural source of particulate matter?

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  18. At an individual level, how can you help reduce air pollution?

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  19. Write a short note on Van Mahotsav.

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