Which example clearly shows the difference between quantitative and qualitative importance in atmospheric composition?
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Correct answer: Carbon dioxide is small in amount but important in climate.
The governing concept is the difference between quantity and function. Quantitative importance refers to how much of a gas is present, whereas qualitative importance refers to what the gas does. Carbon dioxide is present in a much smaller proportion than nitrogen and oxygen, yet it absorbs outgoing radiation and is essential for photosynthesis. Therefore A is correct. B, C and D contain false claims about abundance, absence or biological function.
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Carbon dioxide is small in amount but important in climate.
Why is this the correct answer?
The governing concept is the difference between quantity and function. Quantitative importance refers to how much of a gas is present, whereas qualitative importance refers to what the gas does. Carbon dioxide is present in a much smaller proportion than nitrogen and oxygen, yet it absorbs outgoing radiation and is essential for photosynthesis. Therefore A is correct. B, C and D contain false claims about abundance, absence or biological function.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Accountancy question. Chapter: Theory Base of Accounting. Topic: Covers GAAP.
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