Human Reproduction Question 249

Question: PAN (Peroxyacetyl nitrate) is an important constituent of photochemical smog. It is a [CBSE PMT 1999; BHU 2005]

Options:

A) Primary pollutant

B) Secondary pollutant

C) Natural pollutant

D) Corrollary pollutant

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

Pollutant formed by chemical interaction of primary pollutants with atmospheric gas and moisture, often catalysed by sunlight are called secondary pollutants.

PAN is one such substance.