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What was the main cause of the accident at Bhopal in 1984?
What was the main cause of the accident at Bhopal in 1984?
- Intentional sabotage by a terrorist group
- Chemical leakage from the Union Carbide India Limited (UCIL) pesticide plant (correct)
- Natural disaster such as earthquakes or floods
- Poor infrastructure and lack of safety regulations
Which gas was responsible for the majority of deaths in the Bhopal accident?
Which gas was responsible for the majority of deaths in the Bhopal accident?
- Hydrogen cyanide (HCN)
- Methyl isocyanate (MIC) (correct)
- Chlorine (Cl2)
- Carbon monoxide (CO)
What long-term health effects have been observed in the survivors of the Bhopal accident?
What long-term health effects have been observed in the survivors of the Bhopal accident?
- Joint pain, muscle cramps, and minor skin rashes
- Respiratory problems, neurological disorders, and reproductive issues (correct)
- Sunburns, headaches, and mild nausea
- Temporary eye irritation, coughing, and dizziness
What action did Union Carbide take after the Bhopal accident?
What action did Union Carbide take after the Bhopal accident?
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Study Notes
Bhopal Accident 1984
- The main cause of the accident at Bhopal in 1984 was a gas leak from a pesticide plant owned by Union Carbide, which released toxic gases into the atmosphere.
- Methyl isocyanate (MIC) gas was responsible for the majority of deaths in the Bhopal accident, as it is highly toxic and reactive.
Health Effects of Bhopal Accident
- Long-term health effects have been observed in the survivors of the Bhopal accident, including respiratory problems, eye and skin disorders, and birth defects.
- The accident also led to increased rates of cancer, neurological damage, and reproductive problems among the affected population.
Union Carbide's Response
- After the Bhopal accident, Union Carbide Corporation paid $470 million in compensation to the Indian government, but many consider this amount inadequate.
- The company also abandoned its operations in Bhopal and did not take adequate responsibility for cleaning up the site, leading to ongoing environmental and health issues.
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Test your knowledge about the Bhopal gas tragedy with this quiz. Explore the main cause of the accident, the gas responsible for the majority of deaths, Union Carbide's actions post-accident, and the long-term health effects observed in survivors.
