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Which one among the following are the primary reactants of photochemical smog ?

The correct answer is
Nitric Oxide and Unburnt Hydrocarbons

Photochemical smog is a type of air pollution that is characterized by a mixture of pollutants including ozone, nitric oxide, and unburnt hydrocarbons. It is typically formed when sunlight acts on these primary pollutants.

Let's examine the given options to determine the primary reactants of photochemical smog:

  1. Sulphur Hexafluoride and Soot

    This option is incorrect. Sulphur hexafluoride is a gas used as an insulator in high-voltage equipment, and soot is particulate matter. They are not primary contributors to photochemical smog.

  2. Carbon Monoxide and Ozone

    Although ozone is a component of photochemical smog, carbon monoxide is not a direct primary reactant in the formation of photochemical smog. Therefore, this option is incorrect.

  3. Nitric Oxide and Unburnt Hydrocarbons

    This option is correct. Nitric oxide (NO) and unburnt hydrocarbons from vehicle emissions react in the presence of sunlight to form photochemical smog. The reaction involves complex chemical processes leading to the production of secondary pollutants like ozone.

  4. Peroxy Radicals and Sub-oxides

    This option is incorrect. Although peroxy radicals are formed during the reactions leading to smog, they are not the primary reactants. Sub-oxides are not typically involved in the formation of photochemical smog.

Thus, the primary reactants of photochemical smog are Nitric Oxide and Unburnt Hydrocarbons.

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  1. Which one of the following is a major environmental issue in eastern Canada?

  2. Which of the following substances are harmful for health if present in food items?

    1) Pesticide residues

    2) Lead

    3) Metanil yellow

    4) Mercury

    Select the correct answer using the code given below:

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    1. Steel utensils

    2. Plastic coffee mugs

    3. Aluminium utensils

    4. Plastic water storage bottles

    Select the correct answer using the code given below:
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