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ChemistryEnvironmental ChemistryAir PollutionMedium2 minQB
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An important pollutant in oxidising smog is P.A.N. its structure is :-

Options:

Answer:
B
Solution:

The structure of P.A.N. (Peroxyacetyl Nitrate) is represented by Option (B).

Solution

P.A.N. stands for Peroxyacetyl Nitrate, a powerful secondary pollutant found in photochemical (oxidizing) smog.

It is formed by the reaction of hydrocarbons and nitrogen oxides in the presence of sunlight.

The chemical formula is CH₃CO-O-O-NO₂, featuring an acetyl group attached to a peroxy-nitrate group.

It is known for causing intense eye irritation and respiratory distress in humans.

Stream:JEESubject:ChemistryTopic:Environmental ChemistrySubtopic:Air Pollution
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