Question

The gas that is released from a supersonic jet aeroplane reacts with O\(_3\) to give:

• A. N\(_2\) + O\(_2\)
• B. N\(_2\)O + O\(_2\)
• C. NO\(_2\) + O\(_2\)
• D. N\(_2\)O + N\(_2\) + O\(_2\)

Hint:

Nitrogen oxides from aircraft exhaust react with ozone, forming NO\(_2\) and O\(_2\), affecting the ozone layer.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Composition of jet emissions.
High-temperature engine exhaust contains nitric oxide (NO) that interacts with stratospheric ozone.

Step 2: Ozone depletion reaction.
NO + O₃ → NO₂ + O₂.

Step 3: Conclusion.
The products formed are NO₂ and O₂.