Green chemistry means such reactions which
- are related to the depletion of ozone layer
- study the reactions in plants
- produce colour during reactions
- reduce the use and production of hazardous chemicals
Answer
(4) reduce the use and production of hazardous chemicals
Solution
As per NCERT, green chemistry is a way of thinking about utilising the existing knowledge and principles of chemistry and other sciences to reduce the adverse impact on the environment.
⇒ It is a production process that brings out the least pollution, i.e., it reduces the use and generation of hazardous substances.
Answer: (4)