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Short Answer: It makes ozone in the air you breathe if you don't. Smog contains NOx. When you fuel your vehicle, unburned fuel vapor (VOC) is displaced from the fuel tank by the incoming liquid fuel. NOx + VOC + oxygen + violet or more energetic light form the Sun make ozone. Little or no violet light from the Sun at/after 6:00pm, so the constituents have a chance to disperse far away and to low concentrations when the Sun comes up the next day.
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What gases are the sources of smog?
Sulfur dioxide is main source of gas in smog.
What would cause a vehicle not to pass inspection?
If one is referring to a situation in which a vehicle does not pass a smog inspection, there might be several causes. One might be the catalytic converter or an old gas cap.
How do you know if a car is going to pass smog?
If your vehicle is 1995 or newer, it will be equipped with OBD II. This is where the inspector plugs into the on-board computer of your vehicle. If your check engine light is not on when the vehicle is hooked up to this data link, the vehicle will more then likely pass as far as emissions, (smog) is concerned. Vehicles older than 1995 are hooked up to a 4 gas analyser which determine your emissions. Hoped this helped.
Is smog heterogeneous?
Yes, smog is considered a heterogeneous mixture because it consists of a variety of pollutants and particles suspended in the air. These components can vary in size, composition, and distribution throughout the smog, making it heterogeneous.
What are major components of smog?
The key component of smog is usually gas from cars and buildings. In Victorian times, people would call smog pea soup because of the thickness of the smog. Smog is especially bad in city areas (such as Paris). Some cities introduce traffic bans when there are high levels of smog in the area.
Do gas additives for smog tests work?
Gas additives for smog tests can help improve vehicle emissions temporarily, but their effectiveness varies. Some additives claim to clean fuel injectors or reduce carbon buildup, potentially aiding in passing emissions tests. However, relying solely on these products is not a guaranteed solution, and maintaining proper vehicle maintenance is crucial for long-term emissions control. It's best to address underlying mechanical issues for lasting results.
Why should one press the gas pedal in turns?
Who told you that you should? You are not in a RWD vehicle racing are you?
Pollutants such as ozone and smog are?
Ozone present in the troposphere is also called as bad ozone. It is also a green house gas. It is the major constituent of the urban smog.
Would service engine light come on if gas cap bad?
On some vehicle it does as it is supposed to be vented through a canister and not the cap for emissions reasons. Another reason you fail a smog test if check engine light is on.
Pollutants such as ozone or smog are pollutants?
Ozone present in the troposphere is also called as bad ozone. It is also a green house gas. It is the major constituent of the urban smog.
Does smog eat plants?
affects animals lung. affect the growth of plant and there life span.
Why does smog happen?
Smog is a result of a combination of photochemical reactions which involve: 1. Ground-Level Ozone (made from VOCs) 2. Nitrogen oxides. 3. Peroxyacytyl Nitrate (a dangerous gas). 4. Dirt and matter (stuff that "clogs" the air: dust and burnt matter (smoke)) Smog is linked to heavy traffic, high temperatures, and little wind, NOT CO2, a common misconception.
