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In large cities with heavy traffic, due to pollution by fuels of combustion a layer of clouel lays over the crowded areas. This cloud is called ______. - Biology (Theory)

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In large cities with heavy traffic, due to pollution by fuels of combustion a layer of cloud lays over the crowded areas. This cloud is called ______.

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In large cities with heavy traffic, due to pollution by fuels of combustion a layer of cloud lays over the crowded areas. This cloud is called smog.

Explanation:

In large cities with heavy traffic, fuel combustion releases nitrogen oxides and hydrocarbons, which react in sunlight to form a brownish photochemical smog, a cloud of pollutants over crowded areas.

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Chapter 18: Environmental Issues - TEST YOUR PROGRSS [Page 749]

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Nootan Biology [English] Class 12 ISC
Chapter 18 Environmental Issues
TEST YOUR PROGRSS | Q 2. 1. | Page 749
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