JEE Main 2017 — Environmental Chemistry Question with Solution
From: JEE Main 2017 (Online) 8th April Morning Slot
Question
Identify the pollutant gases largely responsible for the discoloured and
lustreless nature of marble of the Taj Mahal.
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Show full solutionCorrect option: C
Correct answer
CSO2 and NO2
Step-by-step explanation
SO2 and NO2 are responsible for the discoloured and lustreless nature of marble.
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