The passage identifies deforestation as a significant factor contributing to climate change.

The passage highlights deforestation and habitat loss as significant contributors to environmental degradation.

On-demand self-service is a key feature of cloud computing, allowing users to access resources as needed without human intervention.

The Companies Act, 2013 mandates that certain companies must spend a minimum percentage of their profits on social welfare activities, which can include contributions to NGOs.

GST is designed as a single tax on the supply of goods and services, simplifying the tax structure.

The Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana allows individuals to open bank accounts with zero balance, promoting financial inclusion.

The primary function of the UN Security Council is to maintain international peace and security.

Community involvement is crucial in disaster response frameworks to ensure that the needs of affected populations are met effectively.

The author recommends reducing reliance on fossil fuels as a primary strategy to combat climate change.

The passage stresses the importance of having a comprehensive study plan for effective CAT preparation.

The term 'sustainability' is crucial for understanding the main argument, as it is central to the discussion.

The term 'innovation' is frequently mentioned and is central to the discussion in the passage.

The passage emphasizes that individual actions, when multiplied across society, can lead to significant changes in addressing climate issues.

Cerium is a lanthanide element, while the others are transition metals.

Neodymium (Nd) is a member of the lanthanide series.

Raoult's Law is primarily valid for ideal solutions, where the interactions between molecules are similar to those in the pure components.

Titration typically identifies specific groups and may not be suitable for complex mixtures, making it a limitation in group identification.

The word 'However' is used to indicate contrast between two ideas.

Cholesterol is a type of lipid, while starch, cellulose, and glucose are carbohydrates.

Cholesterol is a type of lipid that is important for cell membrane structure.

All of the options listed (virus, bacteria, fungi) are considered living organisms in various contexts.

The conclusion 'If the ground is wet, it has rained' follows logically from the original statement.

Sound waves are longitudinal waves, where particle displacement is parallel to wave direction.

Nitrogen is a macronutrient that is essential for the synthesis of amino acids and nucleic acids in plants.

Climate change leads to more frequent extreme weather events, which can adversely affect agricultural productivity.

Methane is a potent greenhouse gas that significantly contributes to global warming.

Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) are major contributors to the depletion of the ozone layer, leading to increased UV radiation.

Plastic waste is a significant contributor to water pollution, affecting aquatic life and ecosystems.

A major criticism of the UN Security Council is that it is often perceived to be dominated by Western countries, particularly the five permanent members.

El Niño is primarily caused by changes in ocean currents in the Pacific Ocean, affecting global weather patterns.