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      Question

      Which of the following pollutants is the major

      contributor to photochemical smog?
      A Hydroperoxides Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      B Ozone Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      C Nitrogen dioxide Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
      D Peroxynitrates Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

      Solution

      Ozone : β€’ Ozone is an allotrope of Oxygen, with molecular formula 03. β€’ It is stabilised by resonance i.e. delocalisation of electrons. β€’ It is a pale blue coloured gas present in our the stratosphere layer. β€’ It protects us from the harmful Ultraviolet Rays coming from the sun. β€’ The chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) are the ozone-depleting agents originating from Air Conditioners, Refrigerators and Aerosols. β€’ Montreal Protocol was signed on September 16, 1987, for the protection of Ozone, that entered into force on January 1, 1989. β€’ But when Ozone is present at ground level, instead of atmosphere it acts as a pollutant.

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