Practice mode Soil Science

Which of the following is a secondary air pollutant?

Correct answer B. HNO3

Explanation

Secondary pollutants form in the atmosphere from other pollutants. Nitric acid forms when emitted nitrogen oxides react with water and oxygen, whereas CO2 is emitted directly.

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