Question
The formation of photochemical smog is a result of a series of reactions between chemicals in the atmosphere and light. Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) interact with nitric oxide to form ozone and other secondary pollutants. What is the most likely source of VOCs?
Responses
A evaporation from gasolineevaporation from gasoline
B emissions from volcanic activityemissions from volcanic activity
C sublimation from decaying animal wastesublimation from decaying animal waste
D evaporation from volatile compounds in sidewalks
Responses
A evaporation from gasolineevaporation from gasoline
B emissions from volcanic activityemissions from volcanic activity
C sublimation from decaying animal wastesublimation from decaying animal waste
D evaporation from volatile compounds in sidewalks
Answers
GPT-4o mini
The most likely source of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) is:
A. evaporation from gasoline
VOCs are commonly emitted from various sources, but gasoline evaporation is a significant contributor, particularly in urban areas where vehicle use is high. Other options, such as emissions from volcanic activity and decaying animal waste, typically do not contribute as much to VOC levels in the atmosphere compared to gasoline and other fossil fuels.
A. evaporation from gasoline
VOCs are commonly emitted from various sources, but gasoline evaporation is a significant contributor, particularly in urban areas where vehicle use is high. Other options, such as emissions from volcanic activity and decaying animal waste, typically do not contribute as much to VOC levels in the atmosphere compared to gasoline and other fossil fuels.