Environment & Ecology UPPSC 2005 GS-I
Question

Which one of the following trees is considered to be an environmental hazard?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option D: Eucalyptus

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Eucalyptus”.

Eucalyptus trees are considered an environmental hazard because they can have negative effects on the environment.

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