Consider the following statements regarding nitrogen pollution and its associated health impacts:
Statement–I: Methemoglobinemia, also known as "Blue Baby Syndrome," is caused by high nitrate levels in drinking water.
Statement–II: Nitrates in drinking water oxidize hemoglobin into methemoglobin, which reduces the blood’s oxygen-carrying capacity, especially in infants.
Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
1
Both Statement–I and Statement–II are correct and Statement–II is the correct explanation for Statement–I
2
Both Statement–I and Statement–II are correct, but Statement–II is not the correct explanation for Statement–I
3
Statement–I is correct but Statement–II is incorrect
4
Statement–I is incorrect but Statement–II is correct