GK Question

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Which pollutant is NOT directly measured by the National Air Quality Index (NAQI)?

  1. PM2.5
  2. Ozone (O₃)
  3. Carbon Monoxide (CO)
  4. Carbon Dioxide (CO₂)

Answer: Carbon Dioxide (CO₂)

NAQI monitors 8 pollutants: PM10, PM2.5, NO₂, SO₂, CO, O₃, NH₃, Pb. CO₂ is a greenhouse gas but not a criteria air pollutant for NAQI. Important distinction for environmental exams. [[CPCB Guidelines]]

Topic Environmental Science - Air Quality Monitoring
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