Physics · Environmental Physics
Pick the correct statement/s with respect to Global Warming Potential (GWP): (i) Refers to the quantity of heat trapped by a greenhouse gas in the atmosphere compared to carbon dioxide. (ii) GWP of a gas depends on its radiative efficiency only. (iii) Methane is the gas used as reference to calculate the GWP. (iv) GWP is often calculated over a 100-year period. (v) GWP concept is used to balance the ecosystem exchanges of multiple greenhouse gases and for developing strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Verified Solution4 OptionsUpdated: October 2026👁️1 View
Share:
- 1Only (ii), (iii) and (v) are correct
- 2Only (i), (iv) and (v) are correct✓
- 3Only (ii) and (iii) are correct
- 4All the statements are correct
Correct answer
Only (i), (iv) and (v) are correct
Download Single Question PDF
Save this question and verified answer as a clean study sheet with live clickable link.
👥
Share with Friends & Study Groups
Challenge your peer aspirants on WhatsApp or Telegram to solve this question!
Online Test Series
Start Free Mock Test →Preparing for Physics?
Practice full-length mock tests with real exam timers, instant score analysis, and all-India ranking.
Chapter Practice
Practice Environmental Physics MCQs →Want more practice questions on Environmental Physics?
Solve complete topic-wise tests with detailed solutions on GkGet.
Related Practice Questions
Recommended practice questions in Physics · Environmental Physics