Which of the following is NOT a primary air pollutant?
ACO
BNO
CO3 ✓ Correct
DSO2
Correct answer: (C) O3
Explanation
Ozone at ground level is a secondary pollutant because it forms in the air from reactions of other pollutants rather than being emitted directly.
Carbon monoxide is a primary pollutant emitted straight from incomplete combustion.
Nitric oxide is a primary pollutant released directly by high-temperature burning.
Sulphur dioxide is a primary pollutant discharged directly from burning sulphur-rich fuels.
Ground-level ozone is produced when nitrogen oxides and volatile organics react under sunlight.
Primary pollutants enter the air directly, while secondary ones are made within the atmosphere.
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