Introduction India, with its immense human capital and burgeoning economy, is at a pivotal juncture…
MCQs with answers on “The Role of Science and Technology in Climate Change Mitigation”
1. Which of the following technologies plays a major role in reducing carbon emissions in industries?
- a) Solar panels
- b) Carbon capture and storage
- c) Electric vehicles
- d) Wind turbines
Answer: b) Carbon capture and storage
2. Which of the following technologies is directly involved in the generation of renewable energy?
- a) Genetic engineering
- b) Wind energy technology
- c) Nuclear fusion
- d) Artificial intelligence
Answer: b) Wind energy technology
3. What is the primary objective of geoengineering in the context of climate change mitigation?
- a) Increase the rate of industrial development
- b) Reduce carbon emissions through artificial means
- c) Create new sources of energy
- d) Expand deforestation
Answer: b) Reduce carbon emissions through artificial means
4. Which of the following is a major outcome of using solar energy technology for climate change mitigation?
- a) Reduction in air pollution
- b) Increase in greenhouse gas emissions
- c) Excessive consumption of non-renewable resources
- d) Deforestation
Answer: a) Reduction in air pollution
5. The process of photosynthesis can be enhanced through which scientific innovation to mitigate climate change?
- a) Bioengineering plants for carbon sequestration
- b) Developing fossil fuel alternatives
- c) Using AI for climate predictions
- d) None of the above
Answer: a) Bioengineering plants for carbon sequestration
6. Which technology helps in improving the energy efficiency of buildings and reducing their carbon footprint?
- a) Green roofs
- b) Carbon capture and storage
- c) Wind energy systems
- d) Electric cars
Answer: a) Green roofs
7. What is the significance of ‘smart grids’ in the context of climate change mitigation?
- a) They reduce the reliance on fossil fuels by enhancing the efficiency of energy distribution.
- b) They increase energy consumption in urban areas.
- c) They promote the use of coal and natural gas for electricity generation.
- d) None of the above
Answer: a) They reduce the reliance on fossil fuels by enhancing the efficiency of energy distribution.
8. Which of the following is an example of a technology that can help in mitigating climate change through carbon sequestration?
- a) Solar panels
- b) Carbon capture and storage
- c) Wind turbines
- d) Electric vehicles
Answer: b) Carbon capture and storage
9. The use of which of the following technologies in agriculture can significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions?
- a) Precision farming
- b) Genetic engineering
- c) Deforestation
- d) None of the above
Answer: a) Precision farming
10. Which of the following scientific innovations is used in electric vehicles to reduce the impact of climate change?
- a) Lithium-ion batteries
- b) Coal-powered engines
- c) Biofuels
- d) Natural gas engines
Answer: a) Lithium-ion batteries
11. Which of the following technologies can help in reducing emissions from industrial processes?
- a) Carbon capture, utilization, and storage
- b) Solar panels
- c) Electric heating
- d) None of the above
Answer: a) Carbon capture, utilization, and storage
12. Which is the most effective renewable energy source for large-scale climate change mitigation in coastal areas?
- a) Wind energy
- b) Solar energy
- c) Tidal and wave energy
- d) Biomass energy
Answer: c) Tidal and wave energy
13. Which of the following technologies helps reduce emissions from buildings?
- a) High-efficiency lighting systems
- b) Coal burning
- c) Carbon-intensive insulation
- d) None of the above
Answer: a) High-efficiency lighting systems
14. Which of the following is a promising technology for reducing emissions in the transportation sector?
- a) Autonomous vehicles
- b) Electric vehicles
- c) Nuclear-powered trains
- d) Coal-powered vehicles
Answer: b) Electric vehicles
15. The use of which technology is essential for capturing and utilizing carbon emissions from industrial plants?
- a) Wind energy
- b) Carbon capture and utilization
- c) Solar power
- d) Hydro-power
Answer: b) Carbon capture and utilization
16. Which technology can help improve energy efficiency in industrial processes?
- a) Energy-efficient furnaces
- b) Hydraulic fracturing
- c) Biofuels
- d) None of the above
Answer: a) Energy-efficient furnaces
17. Which of the following plays a crucial role in enhancing the resilience of ecosystems to climate change?
- a) Climate modeling and simulation tools
- b) Genetically modified crops
- c) Carbon-intensive technologies
- d) None of the above
Answer: a) Climate modeling and simulation tools
18. What is the role of satellite technology in climate change mitigation?
- a) Monitoring deforestation
- b) Monitoring greenhouse gas emissions
- c) Tracking ocean temperatures and sea levels
- d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above
19. Which of the following is a form of geoengineering technology used for climate change mitigation?
- a) Carbon capture and storage
- b) Solar radiation management
- c) Wind turbines
- d) Solar panels
Answer: b) Solar radiation management
20. Which of the following is an effective method of promoting the use of renewable energy in rural areas?
- a) Decentralized energy generation
- b) Increased coal subsidies
- c) Expansion of non-renewable energy sources
- d) None of the above
Answer: a) Decentralized energy generation
21. The main benefit of biofuels in mitigating climate change is that they:
- a) Are more expensive than fossil fuels
- b) Are derived from renewable sources and produce fewer emissions than fossil fuels
- c) Require large amounts of land to grow
- d) Increase the use of carbon-intensive materials
Answer: b) Are derived from renewable sources and produce fewer emissions than fossil fuels
22. What role does artificial intelligence (AI) play in climate change mitigation?
- a) AI can optimize energy systems and improve efficiency.
- b) AI can predict the rise in global temperatures.
- c) AI can store carbon emissions in the atmosphere.
- d) None of the above
Answer: a) AI can optimize energy systems and improve efficiency.
23. Which of the following energy sources is most commonly used for mitigating climate change in urban areas?
- a) Solar power
- b) Coal
- c) Natural gas
- d) Hydroelectric power
Answer: a) Solar power
24. Which of the following is an example of nature-based solutions for climate change mitigation?
- a) Reforestation
- b) Geoengineering
- c) Carbon capture and storage
- d) Wind energy
Answer: a) Reforestation
25. Which technology is crucial in reducing the carbon footprint of supply chains?
- a) Blockchain for transparent logistics
- b) Paper-based record keeping
- c) Greenhouse gas emissions testing
- d) None of the above
Answer: a) Blockchain for transparent logistics
26. Which of the following renewable energy sources is best suited for rural electrification in India?
- a) Wind energy
- b) Biomass energy
- c) Hydroelectric energy
- d) Nuclear energy
Answer: b) Biomass energy
27. Which of the following is an example of a technology that can help in urban climate change mitigation?
- a) Electric public transportation
- b) Deforestation
- c) Coal mining
- d) None of the above
Answer: a) Electric public transportation
28. Which innovation in agriculture can help mitigate climate change by reducing emissions?
- a) Use of precision agriculture techniques
- b) Increase in livestock farming
- c) Slash-and-burn farming methods
- d) None of the above
Answer: a) Use of precision agriculture techniques
29. How does energy storage technology assist in climate change mitigation?
- a) It allows renewable energy to be stored for use when demand is high, reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
- b) It generates additional carbon emissions.
- c) It depletes renewable resources.
- d) None of the above
Answer: a) It allows renewable energy to be stored for use when demand is high, reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
30. Which of the following is a major challenge to the widespread adoption of renewable energy technologies?
- a) High initial investment costs
- b) Abundant natural resources
- c) Stable government policies
- d) None of the above
Answer: a) High initial investment costs
