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Atmosphere MCQs and revision practice

Study Atmosphere through multiple-choice questions in Everyday Science. This subtopic contains 291 practice questions. Read the wording carefully, compare the options and attempt an answer before checking the solution in learning mode.

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Atmosphere: questions and answer review

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171. Atmospheric pressure at Peshawar is ______ than Murree.

پشاور میں وایمنڈلیی دباؤ مرری سے ______ ہے۔

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Answer: Greater

Explanation Peshawar is at a lower altitude than Murree , and atmospheric pressure decreases with increasing altitude. Higher altitudes (like Murree) have thinner air and lower pressure, making Peshawar's atmospheric pressure greater .

172. The major cause of oceanic acidification ?

سمندری تیزابیت کی بڑی وجہ؟

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Answer: Increased atmospheric carbon dioxide CO2

Explanation The major cause of ocean acidification is the absorption of excess atmospheric carbon dioxide CO2 into the ocean, Primarily from human activities like burning fossil fuels, leading to a drop in pH (increased acidity).

173. Melting of ice at poles is due to ______?

کھمبوں پر برف کا پگھلنا ______ کی وجہ سے ہے؟

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Answer: Global Warming

Explanation Global warming increases Earth's temperature, causing ice at the poles to melt. It results from greenhouse gases like CO₂ trapping heat in the atmosphere.

174. Light travels ____ sound:

روشنی سفر کرتی ہے آواز سے ۔۔۔۔۔

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Answer: Faster than

Explanation The speed of light is much faster than the speed of sound in air. Light travels 186 thousand miles in 1 second, while sound takes almost 5 seconds to travel 1 mile Light is a electromagnetic wave that's why it travel faster than sound wave however electromagnetic waves don't need medium to travel but sound wave need medium to travel ND5-07-2023

175. Water contain very low amount of salt is?

پانی میں نمک کی مقدار بہت کم ہوتی ہے؟ ____

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Answer: Freshwater

Explanation Freshwater is water that contains a very low amount of salt, typically less than 1% salinity. Examples of freshwater sources include rivers, lakes, streams, and underground aquifers.

176. Why is acid rain referred to as an "unseen plague"?

تیزاب بارش کو "غیب طاعون" کیوں کہا جاتا ہے؟

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Answer: It can remain undetected in an area for years.

Explanation Acid rain is called an " unseen plague " because its harmful effects on soil, water, and structures occur gradually and often go unnoticed at first. It can silently damage ecosystems , corrode buildings, and acidify water bodies over years without immediate visible signs.

177. Which cloud is likely to cause heavy rainfall?

کون سا بادل شدید بارش کا سبب بنتا ہے؟

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Answer: Nimbo-stratus

Explanation Nimbo-stratus clouds are most likely to cause heavy rainfall. These are thick, dark, and low-lying clouds that often cover the sky. They are associated with continuous, steady precipitation.

178. Wind blowing in a spiral form around a region of low atmospheric pressure is a _____?

کم فضائی دباؤ کے علاقے کے گرد گھومتی ہوئی ہوائیں کس کو کہتے ہیں؟

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Answer: Cyclone

Explanation Cyclone is a system in which winds blow in a spiral form around a low-pressure area . Air moves inward and upward due to low atmospheric pressure. Cyclones can cause heavy rain, strong winds, and storms . Last verified on 17-01-2026

179. The organism which feeds and lives in or on part of another organism (host) is called?

وہ جاندار جو کسی دوسرے جاندار (میزبان) میں یا اس کے حصے میں کھانا کھاتا اور رہتا ہے اسے _____ کہتے ہیں؟

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Answer: Parasitism

Explanation A parasite is an organism that feeds and lives in or on part of another organism (host), often causing harm to the host. Examples of parasites include tapeworms, fleas, and lice.

180. Which of the following is not an air pollutant? N2, NO, CO, N2O

مندرجہ ذیل میں سے کون سا ہوا آلودگی نہیں ہے؟

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Answer: N2

Explanation N₂ makes up about 78% of Earth’s atmosphere. It is inert , non -toxic, and non -polluting. NO, CO, and N₂O are harmful gases that contribute to air pollution and environmental problems.

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