Ozone pollution would be most favored in
A)sunny climates in summer when coal is burned in order to generate electric power.
B)sunny climates in winter when coal is burned in order to generate electric power.
C)sunny climates during the summer when volatile organic compounds can react with NO.
D)sunny climates during the winter when volatile organic compounds can react with NO.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Ozone pollution is formed when volatile organic compounds (VOCs) react with nitrogen oxides (NOx) in the presence of sunlight. During summer, when temperatures are higher and sunlight intensity is greater, the VOCs in the air react more easily with NO, leading to the formation of ozone. Coal burning may emit NOx, but its contribution to ozone formation is not as significant as that of VOCs. Therefore, option C is the best answer.

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