Question:

Photochemical smog formation requires

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Photochemical smog forms due to \[ \boxed{ \text{Sunlight} + \mathrm{NO_x} + \text{Hydrocarbons (VOCs)} } \] Main pollutant produced: \[ \boxed{\text{Ground-level Ozone (O}_3\text{)}} \]
Updated On: Jul 23, 2026
  • High humidity and rainfall
  • Sunlight, NO$_x$ and hydrocarbons
  • SO$_2$ and particulate matter
  • CO and CO$_2$
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

Photochemical smog forms when nitrogen oxides (NO$_x$) and hydrocarbons (volatile organic compounds) react in the presence of sunlight. These reactions produce ozone and other photochemical oxidants. Hence, \[ \boxed{\text{Sunlight, NO}_x\text{ and hydrocarbons}} \] is the correct answer. Therefore, \[ \boxed{(B)} \]
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