Question

Agriculture is known as both a source and sink for greenhouse gases. Which of the following is / are the greenhouse gases released by agricultural activities?

1.Carbon Dioxide

2.Methane

3.Nitric Oxide

Select the correct option from the codes given below:

• A. Only 1 & 2
• B. Only 2 & 3
• C. Only 1 & 3
• D. 1, 2 & 3

Answer 1

Answer:

D. 1, 2 & 3

The main gases emitted by agricultural activities are: Carbon dioxide (CO2), which is released during soil cultivation; Methane (CH4), which is associated with cattle and livestock manure; Nitrous oxide (N2O), which comes from using fertilizer and manure.