Question:

The higher concentration of which gas in air can cause stiffness of flower buds?

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NCERT states that a high concentration of this oxide of sulphur harms plants (chlorosis) and makes flower buds stiff.
Updated On: Nov 5, 2026
  • \(\mathrm{CO_2}\)
  • \(\mathrm{SO_2}\)
  • \(\mathrm{NO_2}\)
  • \(\mathrm{CO}\)
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

According to NCERT, sulphur dioxide is harmful to plants: even low concentrations of SO2 cause yellowing of leaves (chlorosis) by interfering with chlorophyll formation, and higher concentrations cause stiffness of flower buds and also harm people (respiratory problems).
CO2 (greenhouse), NO2 (photochemical smog) and CO (binds haemoglobin) do not have this specific effect.
Answer: (2) SO2
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