Multiple choice

Which of the following statements is false?

(a) The falling of drops of water from the clouds is called precipitation. (b) The clouds rise higher in the atmosphere because they are warmer and lighter than the surrounding air. (c) Ocean water is very useful for use in agriculture, animal and human use. (d) Earth has water in solid, liquid and gaseous state.

  1. Both a and b

  2. Only c

  3. Only d

  4. Both b and d

  5. Only a
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Ocean water is saline, i.e., it contains a large amount of salt in it. Therefore, it is not fit for use in agriculture or animal and human use. This is the correct option, as the statement is false.

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