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Which of the following is classified as a primary pollutant?

1. H2SO4
2. CO
3. PAN
4. Aldehydes

Correct answer: CO

Solution

CO is a primary pollutant (emitted directly from incomplete combustion). H2SO4, PAN and aldehydes are secondary pollutants formed in the atmosphere, so the stored H2SO4 is wrong.

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