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Peroxyacetyl nitrate (PAN) kills plants by ______. - Biology (Theory)

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Question

Peroxyacetyl nitrate (PAN) kills plants by ______.

Options

  • leaching its nutrients

  • ageing them prematurely

  • shutting down photosynthesis

  • depleting their food

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Solution

Peroxyacetyl nitrate (PAN) kills plants by shutting down photosynthesis.

Explanation:

Peroxyacetyl nitrate (PAN) is a toxic component of photochemical smog (a type of air pollution). It is formed by the reaction of unburnt hydrocarbons and nitrogen oxides (NOx) in the presence of sunlight.

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Chapter 18: Environmental Issues - TEST YOUR PROGRSS [Page 748]

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Nootan Biology [English] Class 12 ISC
Chapter 18 Environmental Issues
TEST YOUR PROGRSS | Q 1. 14. | Page 748
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