Which of the following is primary pollutant:

Correct answer: D. SO2

  • A. H2SO4
  • B. N2O
  • C. H2CO3
  • D. SO2

Explanation

The waste products given out from chimneys of industrial units and exhaust of automobiles may contain gases such as sulphur dioxide, sulphur trioxide, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons, ammonia, compounds of fluorine and radioactive materials. These waste products are called primary pollutants.

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