Peroxyacetylinitrate (PAN) is an irritant to human beings and it affects:

Correct answer: A. Eyes

  • A. Eyes
  • B. Ears
  • C. Stomach
  • D. Nose

Explanation

The overall result of photochemical smog in afternoon is the built up of oxidizing agents such as H2O2, HNO3, peroxyacetyl nitrate (PAN) and ozone in the air. PAN is an eye irritant and is also toxic to plants.

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