Question:

The molecule that has minimum /no role in the formation of photochemical smog, is :

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Photochemical smog forms from NOx and hydrocarbons in sunlight, producing O3, HCHO, PAN; unreactive N2 plays no part.
Updated On: Nov 5, 2026
  • \(\mathrm{CH_2{=}O}\)
  • \(\mathrm{O_3}\)
  • \(\mathrm{N_2}\)
  • \(\mathrm{NO}\)
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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation

Photochemical smog arises when nitrogen oxides and unburnt hydrocarbons react in sunlight.
\(\mathrm{NO_2 \xrightarrow{h\nu} NO + O}\); \(\mathrm{O + O_2 \rightarrow O_3}\); O3 reacts with NO and hydrocarbons to give HCHO (formaldehyde), acrolein and PAN.
So NO, O3 and CH2=O all participate (as reactant, oxidant or product). N2 is chemically inert at ordinary temperatures and has essentially no role.
Answer: (3) \(\mathrm{N_2}\)
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