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The yellow colour in photochemical smog is due to presence of__________________?

Correct answer: B. nitrogen dioxide

  • A. dinitrogen oxide
  • B. nitrogen dioxide
  • C. chlorine gas
  • D. chlorine dioxide

Explanation

Nitrogen dioxide absorbs visible light and gives photochemical smog its characteristic yellow-brown colour. Dinitrogen oxide, N2O, is not the same substance and is the likely confusion behind choosing a.

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