Environmental Chemistry Question 49

Question: Which of the following can control the photochemical smog-

[A] Use of catalytic converters in automobiles. [B] Plantation of trees like pinus, pyrus vitis etc. [C] Using less sulphur containing fossil fuels.

Options:

A) A and C

B) B

C) A and B

D) A, B and C

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Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

[c] Usually catalytic converters are used in the automobiles, which prevent the release of nitrogen oxide and hydrocarbons to the atmosphere. Certain plants e.g., Pinus, Juniparus. Quercus, Pyrus and Vitis can metabolise nitrogen oxide and therefore, their plantation could help in this matter.