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ChemistryEnvironmental ChemistryAir PollutionMedium2 minQB
ChemistryMediumsingle choice
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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