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The idea of cutting down dangerous waste by using more efficient methods of production is a major advance associated with which field?

1. Green revolution
2. Green chemistry
3. Industrial revolution
4. Green biotechnology

Correct answer: Green chemistry

Solution

Green chemistry aims to design chemical products and processes that reduce or eliminate the use and generation of hazardous substances. This directly matches the idea of reducing dangerous waste through more efficient production methods.

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