Snow-blindness in Antarctic region is due to
- High reflection of light from snow
- Freezing of fluids in the eye by low temperature
- Inflammation of cornea due to high dose of UV-B radiation
- Damage to retina caused by infra-red rays
Answer
(3) Inflammation of cornea due to high dose of UV-B radiation
Solution
Ozone depletion (ozone hole) over Antarctica lets more UV-B radiation reach the earth.
As per NCERT, the human cornea absorbs UV-B radiation, and a high dose of UV-B causes inflammation of the cornea, called snow-blindness, cataract, etc.
Answer: (3)