Major Air and Water Pollutants

Major Air Pollutants

Particulate Matter (PM)

• Particulate matter, especially PM2.5 and PM10, is a significant air pollutant in India.
• It is a complex mixture of tiny solid particles and liquid droplets suspended in the air, often originating from vehicular emissions, industrial processes, and construction activities.

Ground-Level Ozone (O3)

• Ground-level ozone is formed through chemical reactions involving precursor pollutants like nitrogen oxides (NOx) and volatile organic compounds (VOCs).
• It is a major component of smog and contributes to respiratory problems.

Nitrogen Oxides (NOx)

• Nitrogen oxides, including nitric oxide (NO) and nitrogen dioxide (NO2), are emitted from vehicles, industrial combustion, and agriculture.
• They ....