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What are the various steps in a food chain called?

Solution

Various levels in the food chain are called Trophic levels.

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What is the important function of the presence of ozone in earth’s atmosphere?

Solution

The ozone layer shields the earth’s surface from the harmful effects of the UV radiation.

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Write the electron dot structure of ethane molecule, C2H6.

Solution

The electron dot structure of ethane molecule, C2H6 is as follows:

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What makes the earth’s atmosphere a heterogeneous mixture?

Solution

Earth’s atmosphere is a mixture of different gases, it consists of 21% oxygen, 78% nitrogen, 0.93% argon and 0.03% COalong with other gases making up the remaining percentage. The composition varies at different places and times thus the Earth’s atmosphere is a heterogeneous mixture. 

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List any four characteristics of a good fuel.

Solution

Characteristics of a good fuel are:

i. It should possess low ignition temperature.

ii. It should not leave residue after burning, i.e., it should burn completely.

iii. It should burn without producing too many pollutants.

iv. It should be easily available and accessible

v. Good fuel must be economical.

vi. It should be easy to store and transport.