JEE Main201910 Apr 2019Evening ShiftChemistryEnvironmental ChemistryActual
Air pollution that occurs in sunlight is
Options
- AAcid rain
- BReducing smog
- CFog
- DOxidising smog
Correct answer
D. Oxidising smog
Step-by-step solution
Photochemical smog, also known as 'Oxidising smog' is an atmospheric condition that produces various unwanted effects such as eye irritation and poor visibility. The main ingredients of photochemical smog include energy from sunlight, hydrocarbons and oxides of nitrogen. The name 'Oxidising smog' is given because it contains high concentration of oxidising agents.