AFMC AFMC Solved Paper-2003

  • question_answer
     pollution affects :

    A) chloroplast                         

    B)  nucleus

    C)  mitochondria   

    D)  cells membrane

    Correct Answer: D

    Solution :

    At cellular level SO2 pollution destroys all membrane systems. In intense exposure toSO2 there is bleaching of leaf pigments due to conversion of chl-a tophaeophytin-a. Thus SO2 exposure has an impact on plant productivity. SO2 pollution is the main cause of acid rain which threatening the shining of Taj Mahal. Mosses and lichens are very sensitive (indicator) to SO2 pollution.


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