Easy MCQ +4 / -1 PYQ · JEE Mains 2022

Dinitrogen is a robust compound, but reacts at high altitudes to form oxides. The oxide of nitrogen that can damage plant leaves and retard photosynthesis is :

  1. A $\mathrm{NO}$
  2. B $\mathrm{NO}_{3}^{-}$
  3. C $\mathrm{NO}_{2}$ Correct answer
  4. D $\mathrm{NO}_{2}^{-}$

Solution

<p>High concentration of NO<sub>2</sub> can damage plant leaves and retard photosynthesis. </p>

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Subject: Chemistry · Chapter: p-Block Elements · Topic: Group 13: Boron Family

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