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Dinitrogen, a stable compound, reacts at high altitudes to form oxides. Which nitrogen oxide can damage plant leaves and…

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Dinitrogen, a stable compound, reacts at high altitudes to form oxides. Which nitrogen oxide can damage plant leaves andhinder photosynthesis

a

\(\mathrm{NO}\)

b

\({\mathrm{NO}}_{3}^{-}\)

c

\({\mathrm{NO}}_{2}\)

d

\({\mathrm{NO}}_{2}^{-}\)

✓ Correct answer: c)

\({\mathrm{NO}}_{2}\)

Explanation

Nitrogen dioxide (NO2) is a toxic gas that reacts with water in plant cells, forming acids that damage leaves and disrupt photosynthesis.

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