What is meant by carbon lock-in?
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Correct answer: Long-term dependence on fossil-fuel technologies and institutions
Carbon lock-in occurs when existing fossil-fuel infrastructure, investment, regulations, supply chains and skills reinforce continued dependence on high-carbon energy. Even when cleaner alternatives are available, replacing the established system may be costly or politically difficult. It is therefore a form of path dependence, not simply carbon stored in forests or soil. A gives the complete meaning.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Long-term dependence on fossil-fuel technologies and institutions
Why is this the correct answer?
Carbon lock-in occurs when existing fossil-fuel infrastructure, investment, regulations, supply chains and skills reinforce continued dependence on high-carbon energy. Even when cleaner alternatives are available, replacing the established system may be costly or politically difficult. It is therefore a form of path dependence, not simply carbon stored in forests or soil. A gives the complete meaning.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Geography question. Chapter: Geography as a Discipline. Topic: Geography as an integrating discipline.
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