_ is an eye irritant.

Correct answer: A. Peroxyacetyl nitrate

  • A. Peroxyacetyl nitrate
  • B. Peroxyacetyl nitrite
  • C. Peroxy Methoxy aniline
  • D. Peroxyacetyl aniline

Explanation

Peroxyacetyl nitrate (PAN) is a ubiquitous air pollutant formed from NO(2) reacting with acetoxy radicals generated from ambient aldehydes in the presence of sunlight and ozone. It contributes to eye irritation associated with photochemical smog and is present in most urban air.It is a fact.

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