Given below are two statements : Statement I : Non-biodegradable wastes are generated by the thermal power plants. Statement II : Bio-degradable detergents lead to eutrophication. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :
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Eutrophication is primarily caused by nutrient enrichment (phosphates and nitrates), regardless of whether the detergent itself can be broken down by bacteria.
The given question asks us to evaluate two statements regarding non-biodegradable wastes and biodegradable detergents, and determine the correctness of these statements.
Statement I: Non-biodegradable wastes are generated by the thermal power plants.
Thermal power plants primarily use coal or natural gas for energy production. During this process, certain non-biodegradable wastes are generated.
Fly ash, a byproduct of coal combustion, is one such example of non-biodegradable waste that requires proper disposal.
Thus, Statement I is true.
Statement II: Bio-degradable detergents lead to eutrophication.
Eutrophication is a process where water bodies, such as lakes or ponds, become excessively enriched with nutrients, leading to overgrowth of algae.
Bio-degradable detergents can break down in water and release phosphates, which are nutrients for algae. This can lead to eutrophication as a result of the increased nutrient level.
Thus, Statement II is also true.
Therefore, the correct conclusion is that both Statement I and Statement II are true.
