Question

Which among the following is the secondary pollutant?

  1. Smog
  2. Carbondioxide
  3. Carbon mono-oxide
  4. Fly ash

Answer:

Option A: Smog

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Smog”.

Smog is a secondary pollutant. It is formed when primary pollutants like nitrogen oxides and volatile organic compounds react with sunlight and other atmospheric conditions.

This chemical reaction creates a hazy mixture of pollutants that can be harmful to human health and the environment.