Question

Mention and discuss any Three catastrophic results of radiation on the environment

Answer 1

UV radiation generates ground-level ozone (O3) and some particulate matter (PM, frequently called aerosol) that include nitrate, sulfate, and organic aerosols causing adverse effect on human health and the environment. UV promotes the formation of hydroxyl radicals that act as cleaning agents for troposphere

Answer 2

The three catastrophic results of radiation on the environment are:

1. The DNA of cells damaged by radiations.

2. Exposure to high radiations i.e. being close to atomic  blast can cause skin burns and acute radiation syndrome.

3. Very high doses of radiation causes cancer.