Q. Consider the following statements:
Statement-I: Evaporative demand is a measure of how thirsty the atmosphere is.
Statement-II: Higher evaporative demand leads to increased moisture loss, leaving crops and soil drier.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

[A] Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I

[B] Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I

[C] Statement-I is correct but Statement-II is incorrect

[D] Statement-I is incorrect but Statement-II is correct

Answer: A
Notes:

Explanation:

Statement-I is correct: Evaporative Demand is a measure of how thirsty the atmosphere is. It determines the near-maximum of how much water will evaporate from a given piece of land if sufficient water is available.

Statement-II is correct and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I: Consequences: Higher demand leads to increased moisture loss, leaving crops and soil drier, impacting crop health.

Source: TH

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