Which one of the following is a secondary pollutant?
A) carbon monoxide
B) volatile organics
C) sulfuric acid
D) particulate matter

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A secondary pollutant is one that is formed in the atmosphere through chemical reactions between primary pollutants and other substances. Sulfuric acid is an example of a secondary pollutant that is formed from the combustion of fossil fuels, which releases sulfur dioxide (a primary pollutant) into the atmosphere. Through a series of reactions, sulfur dioxide can react with other chemicals in the air to form sulfuric acid.

Which One of the Following Is a Secondary Pollutant