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Explain that oxides of nitrogen form when nitrogen and oxygen react at high temperatures in engines.
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Common atmospheric pollutants and their sources
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Atmospheric pollutants from fuels
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Explain that oxides of nitrogen form when nitrogen and oxygen react at high temperatures in engines
- This point belongs to Common atmospheric pollutants and their sources, especially Atmospheric pollutants from fuels.
- You need to be able to explain that oxides of nitrogen form when nitrogen and oxygen react at high temperatures in engines.
- The key ideas to know are high temperature and oxides of nitrogen.
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How do you explain oxides of nitrogen form when nitrogen and oxygen react at high temperatures in engines?
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In Chemistry, this page helps you answer questions about oxides of nitrogen form when nitrogen and oxygen react at high temperatures in engines within Common atmospheric pollutants and their sources. Focus on the key process, correct scientific terms, and how the idea links to exam-style questions. Key terms to check are oxides of nitrogen and high temperature.
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- oxides of nitrogen: Compounds formed when nitrogen and oxygen react at high temperatures, often produced in vehicle engines.
- high temperature: A condition that facilitates the reaction between nitrogen and oxygen, leading to the formation of oxides of nitrogen.
Common trap
Misunderstanding Nitrogen Oxides Formation: Remember that oxides of nitrogen specifically form when nitrogen and oxygen react at high temperatures, such as in engine combustion, and are distinct from pollutants formed from fuel impurities.
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