The World Bank warned that India could become one of the first places where wet-bulb temperatures ro

Question

The World Bank warned that India could become one of the first places where wet-bulb temperatures routinely exceed 35°C. Which of the following statements best reflect(s) the implication of the above-said report?Peninsular India will most likely suffer from flooding, tropical cyclones and droughts.The survival of animals including humans will be affected as shedding of their body heat through perspiration becomes difficult.Select the correct answer using the code given below.

Accepted Answer

In a November 2022 report, the World Bank warned that India could become one of the first places in the world where wet-bulb temperatures could increase beyond the survivability threshold of 35°C. The World Bank report suggests that increased heat stress and difficulty in shedding body heat through perspiration will negatively impact the survival of animals, including humans. This is due to the fact that sweating, a crucial mechanism for cooling the body, becomes less effective in hot and humid conditions. When the air is already saturated with moisture, sweat cannot evaporate efficiently, and the body struggles to regulate its temperature. The impact will also be the increased rainfall during monsoon seasons, that could exacerbate flooding risks in the Indian peninsula. Also, there is a rising risk of frequent tropical cyclones in the region and droughts. Hence, option (c) is the correct answer.