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UPSC Civil ServicesPrelims2025General Studies Paper I
Question
QQ29. Consider the following statements : I. Without the atmosphere, temperature would be well below freezing point everywhere on the Earth's surface. II. Heat absorbed and trapped by the atmosphere maintains our planet's average temperature. III. Atmosphere's gases, like carbon dioxide, are particularly good at absorbing and trapping radiation. Which of the statements given above are correct?
Options
- A I and III only
- B I and II only
- C I, II and III
- D II and III only
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Correct Answer
C I, II and III
Model Answer
Answer: option C, as per UPSC's final answer key (Series A).