Which of the following chemicals is used to cause artificial rain (cloud seeding)?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Silver iodide.
- Silver Iodide is a crystalline material often used for weather modification applications such as cloud seeding or anti-hail systems.
- Other uses for silver iodide include serving as an antiseptic material and a photosensitive material in photography.
- Silver iodide, the chemical most commonly used to seed clouds is known to be toxic and is regulated under the Clean Water Act as a hazardous substance.