State PCS PYQPrelims 2018

UPPCS · Question 121

Which among the following is the secondary pollutant?

  1. Smog
  2. Carbon dioxide
  3. Carbon monoxide
  4. Fly ash
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Answer: (A) Smog

Explanation

Secondary pollutants form in the atmosphere from reactions of primary pollutants. Photochemical smog (ozone, PAN) is secondary; CO2, CO and fly ash are emitted directly (primary).