The phenomenon of glowing sea water signifies changes in the marine environment. (Identify the plural of the underlined word from the choices given.)

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  1. phenomenas
  2. phenomena
  3. phenomenal
  4. phenomenum

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Option 2 : phenomena
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The correct answer is '2' i.e. phenomena 

Key Points

  • The word "phenomena" is the plural form of "phenomenon," which means an observable event or occurrence. (घटना)
  • Phenomenon refers to a singular event, whereas phenomena refers to multiple events or occurrences.
  • In the given sentence, the plural form is required to indicate more than one instance of this glowing event occurring in the marine environment.

Correct sentence: The phenomenon of glowing sea water signifies changes in the marine environment. The glowing sea waters are rare phenomena observed in some places.

Additional Information

  • Option 1: "phenomenas" is incorrect because the plural of "phenomenon" is "phenomena," not "phenomenas."
  • Option 3: "phenomenal" is incorrect because "phenomenal" is an adjective, meaning extraordinary or remarkable, not the plural of "phenomenon."
  • Option 4: "phenomenum" is incorrect because "phenomenum" is not a valid word in English. The correct word is "phenomenon" (singular) and "phenomena" (plural).
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