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}}'''Peroxyacetyl nitrate''' is a [[Peroxyacyl nitrates|peroxyacyl nitrate]].<ref name=":0">{{Cite journal |last=E V |first=Fischer |date=March 14, 2014 |title=Atmospheric Peroxyacetyl Nitrate (PAN): a global budget and source attribution |url=https://acp.copernicus.org/articles/14/2679/2014/ |journal=National Library of Medicine |via=NCBI Literature Resources}}</ref> It is a secondary [[pollutant]] present in [[photochemical smog]] and PAN concentrations can be sensitive to precursor emissions.<ref name=":2">{{Cite journal |last=Shogrin |first=Madison J. |date=February 27, 2024 |title=Changes to Peroxyacyl Nitrates (PANs) Over Megacities in Response to COVID-19 Tropospheric NO2 Reductions Observed by the Cross-Track Infrared Sounder (CrIS) |url=https://agupubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1029/2023GL104854 |journal=AGU publications |via=Wiley & Sons}}</ref><ref name=":0" /> It is thermally unstable and decomposes into peroxyethanoyl radicals and [[nitrogen dioxide]] gas. It is a [[Tears|lachrymatory]] substance, meaning that it irritates the lungs and eyes.<ref name=":1">{{Cite journal |last=Vyskocil |first=Adolf |date=April 17, 1998 |title=Peroxyacetyl nitrate: review of toxicity |url=https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9617633/ |journal=Sage Journal |via=National Library of Medicine}}</ref>
 
Peroxyacetyl nitrate, or PAN, is an oxidant that is more stable than [[ozone]].<ref name=":0" /> Hence, it is more capable of long-range transport than ozone.<ref name=":0" /> It serves as a carrier for [[Nitrogen oxide|oxides of nitrogen]] (NOx) into rural regions and causes ozone formation in the global [[troposphere]].<ref name=":0" />
 
== Atmospheric chemistry ==
PAN is produced in the atmosphere via photochemical oxidation of [[hydrocarbon]]s (e.g. [[Alkenes]], [[Aromatic compound|Aromatics]], and [[isoprene]]s).<ref name=":3">{{Cite journal |last=Xueqi |first=Qiao |date=June 1, 2023 |title=Strong relations of peroxyacetyl nitrate (PAN) formation to alkene and nitrous acid during various episodes |url=https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0269749123004670 |journal=Science Direct |via=Elsevier B.V., its licensors, and contributors}}</ref><ref name=":1" /> Carbonyls (oxidized VOCs) create acyl radicals which then become [[peroxyacetic acid]] (PA) radicals.<ref name=":3" /> [[Acetaldehyde]] is the dominant carbonyl species to produce PA radicals followed by [[Methylglyoxal]], combined they can account for up to 80% of PA radical formation.<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":3" /> The PA radicals can reversibly react with [[nitrogen dioxide]] (NO2) to form PAN.<ref name=":0" /> Night-time reaction of [[acetaldehyde]] with [[nitrogen trioxide]] is another possible source.<ref name=":3" /> Since there are no direct PAN emissions, it is a secondary pollutant.<ref name=":0" /> Next to [[ozone]] and [[hydrogen peroxide]] (H<sub>2</sub>O<sub>2</sub>), it is an important component of [[Smog|photochemical smog]].<ref name=":0" />


'''Peroxyacetyl nitrate''' is a [[peroxyacyl nitrates|peroxyacyl nitrate]]. It is a secondary [[pollutant]] present in [[photochemical smog]].<ref name=Singh2015>{{cite book |doi=10.1016/B978-0-12-382225-3.00433-3 |chapter=TROPOSPHERIC CHEMISTRY AND COMPOSITION &#124; Peroxyacetyl Nitrate |title=Encyclopedia of Atmospheric Sciences |year=2015 |last1=Singh |first1=H.B. |pages=251–254 |publisher=Elsevier |isbn=978-0-12-382225-3 |editor1-first=Gerald R. |editor1-last=North |editor2-first=John A. |editor2-last=Pyle |editor3-first=Fuqing |editor3-last=Zhang }}</ref> It is thermally unstable and decomposes into peroxyethanoyl radicals and [[nitrogen dioxide]] gas.<ref>{{cite book |title=Chemistry of the Upper and Lower Atmosphere |url=https://www.sciencedirect.com/book/9780122570605/chemistry-of-the-upper-and-lower-atmosphere |isbn=978-0-12-257060-5 |last1=Finlayson-Pitts |first1=Barbara J. |last2=Pitts |first2=James N. |year=2000 |publisher=Academic Press }}{{page needed|date=December 2020}}</ref> It is a [[Tears|lachrymatory]] substance, meaning that it irritates the lungs and eyes.<ref>{{cite book |title=Encyclopedia of Physical Science and Technology |year=2002 |url=https://www.sciencedirect.com/referencework/9780122274107/encyclopedia-of-physical-science-and-technology |isbn=978-0-12-227410-7 |last1=Meyers |first1=Robert A. |publisher=Elsevier Science }}{{page needed|date=December 2020}}</ref>
<chem>CH3C(O)OO + NO2 + M <=> PAN + M
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Peroxyacetyl nitrate, or PAN, is an oxidant that is more stable than [[ozone]]. Hence, it is more capable of long-range transport than ozone. It serves as a carrier for [[Nitrogen oxide|oxides of nitrogen]] (NOx) into rural regions and causes ozone formation in the global [[troposphere]].<ref name=Singh2015/>
<chem>R2: CH3CHO + OH ->[O2] CH3C(O)OO + H2O</chem>


== Atmospheric chemistry ==
<chem>
PAN is produced in the atmosphere via photochemical oxidation of [[hydrocarbon]]s to [[peroxyacetic acid]] radicals, which react reversibly with [[nitrogen dioxide]] ({{chem2|NO2}}) to form PAN.<ref name="Fischer2014">{{cite journal |last1=Fischer |first1=E. V. |last2=Jacob |first2=D. J. |last3=Yantosca |first3=R. M. |last4=Sulprizio |first4=M. P. |last5=Millet |first5=D. B. |last6=Mao |first6=J. |last7=Paulot |first7=F. |last8=Singh |first8=H. B. |last9=Roiger |first9=A. |last10=Ries |first10=L. |last11=Talbot |first11=R.W. |last12=Dzepina |first12=K. |last13=Pandey Deolal |first13=S. |title=Atmospheric peroxyacetyl nitrate (PAN): a global budget and source attribution |journal=Atmospheric Chemistry and Physics |date=14 March 2014 |volume=14 |issue=5 |pages=2679–2698 |doi=10.5194/acp-14-2679-2014|doi-access=free |pmid=33758588 |pmc=7983850 |bibcode=2014ACP....14.2679F }}</ref>{{rp|p=2680}} Night-time reaction of [[acetaldehyde]] with [[nitrogen trioxide]] is another possible source.<ref name="Fischer2014"/> Since there are no direct emissions, it is a secondary pollutant. Next to [[ozone]] and [[hydrogen peroxide]] (H<sub>2</sub>O<sub>2</sub>), it is an important component of [[smog|photochemical smog]].
R3: CH3COCHO + hv ->[O2] CH3C(O)OO + HCO</chem>


Further [[peroxyacyl nitrates]] in the atmosphere are peroxypropionyl nitrate (PPN), peroxybutyryl nitrate (PBN), and peroxybenzoyl nitrate (PBzN). Chlorinated forms have also been observed. PAN is the most important peroxyacyl nitrate. PAN and its homologues reach about 5 to 20 percent of the concentration of ozone in urban areas. At lower temperatures, it is stable and can be transported over long distances, providing nitrogen oxides to otherwise unpolluted areas. At higher temperatures, it decomposes into NO<sub>2</sub> and the peroxyacetyl radical.
Other [[peroxyacyl nitrates]] in the atmosphere are peroxypropionyl nitrate (PPN), peroxybutyryl nitrate (PBN), and peroxybenzoyl nitrate (PBzN). Chlorinated forms have also been observed.<ref name=":0" /> PAN is the most important peroxyacyl nitrate. PAN and its homologues reach about 5 to 20 percent of the concentration of ozone in urban areas.<ref name=":0" /> At lower temperatures, these peroxy-nitrates are stable and can be transported over long distances,<ref name=":0" /> providing nitrogen oxides to otherwise unpolluted areas. At higher temperatures, they decompose into NO<sub>2</sub> and the peroxyacyl radical.<ref name=":0" />


The decay of PAN in the atmosphere is mainly thermal. Thus, the long-range transport occurs through cold regions of the atmosphere, whereas the decomposition takes place at warmer levels. PAN can also be photolysed by UV radiation. It is a reservoir gas that serves both as a source and a sink of RO<sub>x</sub>- and NO<sub>x</sub> radicals.<ref>J. S. Gaffney et al.: ''Peroxyacyl Nitrates''. In: ''The Handbook of Environmental Chemistry.'' Vol. 4, Part B, S. 1–38; Hrsg.: Hutzinger, O., Springer, '''1989'''.</ref> Nitrogen oxides from PAN decomposition enhance ozone production in the lower [[troposphere]].
The decay of PAN in the atmosphere is mainly thermal.<ref name=":0" /> Thus, the long-range transport occurs through cold regions of the atmosphere, whereas the decomposition takes place at warmer levels.<ref name=":0" /> PAN can also be photolyzed by UV radiation.<ref name=":0" /> It is a reservoir gas that serves both as a source and a sink of RO<sub>x</sub>- and NO<sub>x</sub> radicals.<ref name=":0" /> Nitrogen oxides from PAN decomposition enhance ozone production in the lower [[troposphere]].<ref name=":0" />


The natural concentration of PAN in the atmosphere is below 0.1&nbsp;μg/m<sup>3</sup>. Measurements in German cities showed values up to 25&nbsp;μg/m<sup>3</sup>. Peak values above 200&nbsp;μg/m<sup>3</sup> have been measured in [[Los Angeles]] in the second half of the 20th century (1 ppm of PAN corresponds to 4370&nbsp;μg/m<sup>3</sup>). Due to the complexity of the measurement setup, only sporadic measurements are available.
The natural concentration of PAN in the atmosphere is below 0.1 μg/m<sup>3</sup>.<ref name=":0" /> Measurements in German cities showed values up to 25 μg/m<sup>3</sup>.<ref name=":0" /> Peak values above 200 μg/m<sup>3</sup> have been measured in [[Los Angeles]] in the second half of the 20th century (1 ppb of PAN corresponds to 4.37 μg/m<sup>3</sup>).<ref name=":0" /> Due to the complexity of the measurement setup, only sporadic measurements are available.<ref name=":2" /><ref name=":4">{{Cite journal |last=Vivienne H. |first=Payne |date=June 10, 2022 |title=Satellite measurements of peroxyacetyl nitrate from the Cross-Track Infrared Sounder: comparison with ATom aircraft measurements |url=https://amt.copernicus.org/articles/15/3497/2022/ |journal=European Geosciences Union |via=Creative Commons Attribution}}</ref> The satellite based Cross-Track Infrared sounder (CrIS) instrument is able to provide mid-tropospheric PAN measurements on a global scale.<ref name=":4" /><ref name=":2" />


PAN is a [[greenhouse gas]].
PAN is a [[greenhouse gas]].
== Sensitivity ==
PAN has a sensitivity to precursor emissions, mainly from VOCs and NOx.<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":2" /><ref name=":3" /> PANs sensitivity towards VOCs is greater than that of NOx.<ref name=":3" /> VOC reductions have more of an effect on PA radicals than on NOx.<ref name=":3" /> Notably, global emissions of precursor during Covid-19 demonstrated that PAN concentrations do not always decrease with a decrease in NOx concentrations.<ref name=":2" /><ref name=":5">{{Cite journal |last=Yulu |first=Qiu |date=September 16, 2020 |title=Markedly Enhanced Levels of Peroxyacetyl Nitrate (PAN) During COVID‐19 in Beijing |url=https://agupubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1029/2020GL089623 |journal=AGU Publications |via=Wiley & Sons}}</ref> Similarly, PAN responds non-linearly to precursor changes.<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":2" /> Alkenes and oxidized VOCs strongly influence the formation of PA radicals.<ref name=":3" /> Meteorological effects also influence the availability of these radicals and hence PAN formation.<ref name=":5" />


== Synthesis ==
== Synthesis ==
PAN can be produced in a lipophilic solvent from [[peroxyacetic acid]].<ref name="talukdar">{{cite journal | doi = 10.1029/95JD00545 | title = Investigation of the loss processes for peroxyacetyl nitrate in the atmosphere: UV photolysis and reaction with OH | date = 1995 | last1 = Talukdar | first1 = Ranajit K. | last2 = Burkholder | first2 = James B. | last3 = Schmoltner | first3 = Anne-Marie | last4 = Roberts | first4 = James M. | last5 = Wilson | first5 = Robert R. | last6 = Ravishankara | first6 = A. R. | journal = Journal of Geophysical Research: Atmospheres | volume = 100 | issue = D7 | pages = 14163–14173 | bibcode = 1995JGR...10014163T }}</ref><ref name="nielsen">{{cite journal | doi = 10.1016/0004-6981(82)90134-2 | title = A convenient method for preparation of pure standards of peroxyacetyl nitrate for atmospheric analyses | date = 1982 | last1 = Nielsen | first1 = Torben | last2 = Hansen | first2 = Anne Maria | last3 = Thomsen | first3 = Erling Lund | journal = Atmospheric Environment | volume = 16 | issue = 10 | pages = 2447–2450 | bibcode = 1982AtmEn..16.2447N }}</ref><ref name="gaffney">{{cite journal | doi = 10.1016/0004-6981(84)90245-2 | title = An improved procedure for high purity gaseous peroxyacyl nitrate production: Use of heavy lipid solvents | date = 1984 | last1 = Gaffney | first1 = J.S. | last2 = Fajer | first2 = R. | last3 = Senum | first3 = G.I. | journal = Atmospheric Environment | volume = 18 | issue = 1 | pages = 215–218 | bibcode = 1984AtmEn..18..215G }}</ref><ref name="fry">J. L. Fry ''Spectroscopy and kinetics of atmospheric reservoir species: HOONO, CH<sub>3</sub>C(O)OONO<sub>2</sub>, CH<sub>3</sub>OOH and HOCH<sub>2</sub>OOH''. ''Ph.D. Thesis'', 2006</ref> For the synthesis, concentrated sulfuric acid is added to degassed ''n''-[[tridecane]] and peroxyacetic acid in an ice bath. Next, concentrated nitric acid is added.
PAN can be produced in a lipophilic solvent from [[peroxyacetic acid]].<ref>{{Cite journal |last=Gaffney |first=J.S. |last2=Fajer |first2=R. |last3=Senum |first3=G.I. |date=January 1984 |title=An improved procedure for high purity gaseous peroxyacyl nitrate production: Use of heavy lipid solvents |url=https://linkinghub.elsevier.com/retrieve/pii/0004698184902452 |journal=Atmospheric Environment (1967) |language=en |volume=18 |issue=1 |pages=215–218 |doi=10.1016/0004-6981(84)90245-2|url-access=subscription }}</ref><ref name=":6" /> For the synthesis, concentrated sulfuric acid is added to degassed ''n''-[[tridecane]] and peroxyacetic acid in an ice bath. Next, concentrated nitric acid is added.<ref name=":6">{{Cite journal |last=Talukdar |first=Ranajit K. |last2=Burkholder |first2=James B. |last3=Schmoltner |first3=Anne‐Marie |last4=Roberts |first4=James M. |last5=Wilson |first5=Robert R. |last6=Ravishankara |first6=A. R. |date=1995-07-20 |title=Investigation of the loss processes for peroxyacetyl nitrate in the atmosphere: UV photolysis and reaction with OH |url=https://agupubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1029/95JD00545 |journal=Journal of Geophysical Research: Atmospheres |language=en |volume=100 |issue=D7 |pages=14163–14173 |doi=10.1029/95JD00545 |issn=0148-0227|url-access=subscription }}</ref><ref name=":7" />
 
As an alternative, PAN can also be synthesized in the gas phase via photolysis of [[acetone]] and NO<sub>2</sub> with a [[mercury lamp]]. [[Methyl nitrate]] (CH<sub>3</sub>ONO<sub>2</sub>) is created as a by-product.<ref name=":7">{{Cite journal |last=Nielsen |first=Torben |last2=Hansen |first2=Anne Maria |last3=Thomsen |first3=Erling Lund |date=January 1982 |title=A convenient method for preparation of pure standards of peroxyacetyl nitrate for atmospheric analyses |url=https://linkinghub.elsevier.com/retrieve/pii/0004698182901342 |journal=Atmospheric Environment (1967) |language=en |volume=16 |issue=10 |pages=2447–2450 |doi=10.1016/0004-6981(82)90134-2|url-access=subscription }}</ref>


As an alternative, PAN can also be synthesized in the gas phase via photolysis of [[acetone]] and NO<sub>2</sub> with a [[mercury lamp]].<ref name="warneck">{{cite journal | doi = 10.1021/es00025a005 | title = Synthesis of peroxyacetyl nitrate in air by acetone photolysis | date = 1992 | last1 = Warneck | first1 = Peter | last2 = Zerbach | first2 = Thomas | journal = Environmental Science & Technology | volume = 26 | issue = 1 | pages = 74–79 | bibcode = 1992EnST...26...74W }}</ref> [[Methyl nitrate]] (CH<sub>3</sub>ONO<sub>2</sub>) is created as a by-product.
== Atmospheric effects ==
Seasonal cycles of PAN have been observed.<ref name=":0" /> Meteorological effects such as temperatures, wind patterns, and the availability of radicals influence PANs stability as well as transportation in the atmosphere.<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":5" /> During the springtime in the northern hemisphere, high concentrations are attributed to an increase in photochemical activity.<ref name=":5" /> In addition, concentrations of PAN increase due to it having a relatively large lifetime against thermal decomposition.<ref name=":0" /> Transportation of PAN can also occur by wildfire smoke moving it into an otherwise unpolluted region.<ref name=":2" /> In the northern hemisphere winter however, PAN levels become limited when there is reduced hydrocarbons, NO2, and low solar radiation.<ref name=":0" />


== Toxicity ==
== Toxicity ==
The toxicity of PAN is higher than that of ozone. Eye irritation from photochemical smog is caused more by PAN and other trace gases than by ozone, which is only sparingly soluble. PAN is a [[mutagen]],<ref>{{Cite web |title=Peroxyacetyl nitrate - Hazard Genotoxicity |work=comptox.epa.gov |access-date=22 December 2024 |url= https://comptox.epa.gov/dashboard/chemical/genotoxicity/DTXSID4062301}}</ref> and is considered a potential contributor to the development of skin cancer.{{citation needed|date=December 2024}}
The toxicity of PAN is similar to that of NO2 but higher than [[sulfur dioxide]] (SO2).<ref name=":1" /> Populations with [[pulmonary disease]] tend to be more sensitive to the toxic effects of PAN.<ref name=":1" /> Eye irritation from photochemical smog can be caused by an increase in PAN levels.<ref name=":1" /> Concentrations at or above 0.64&nbsp;mg/m<sup>3</sup> increase the likelihood of eye irritation.<ref name=":1" /> PAN is a very weak [[mutagen]].<ref name=":1" />


==References==
==References==

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Peroxyacetyl nitrate
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Molar mass 121.05 g mol−1
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Template:Chembox Footer/tracking container onlyScript error: No such module "TemplatePar".Template:Short descriptionPeroxyacetyl nitrate is a peroxyacyl nitrate.[1] It is a secondary pollutant present in photochemical smog and PAN concentrations can be sensitive to precursor emissions.[2][1] It is thermally unstable and decomposes into peroxyethanoyl radicals and nitrogen dioxide gas. It is a lachrymatory substance, meaning that it irritates the lungs and eyes.[3]

Peroxyacetyl nitrate, or PAN, is an oxidant that is more stable than ozone.[1] Hence, it is more capable of long-range transport than ozone.[1] It serves as a carrier for oxides of nitrogen (NOx) into rural regions and causes ozone formation in the global troposphere.[1]

Atmospheric chemistry

PAN is produced in the atmosphere via photochemical oxidation of hydrocarbons (e.g. Alkenes, Aromatics, and isoprenes).[4][3] Carbonyls (oxidized VOCs) create acyl radicals which then become peroxyacetic acid (PA) radicals.[4] Acetaldehyde is the dominant carbonyl species to produce PA radicals followed by Methylglyoxal, combined they can account for up to 80% of PA radical formation.[1][4] The PA radicals can reversibly react with nitrogen dioxide (NO2) to form PAN.[1] Night-time reaction of acetaldehyde with nitrogen trioxide is another possible source.[4] Since there are no direct PAN emissions, it is a secondary pollutant.[1] Next to ozone and hydrogen peroxide (H2O2), it is an important component of photochemical smog.[1]

CHA3C(O)OO+NOA2+MPAN+M[1]

RA2:CHA3CHO+OHOA2CHA3C(O)OO+HA2O

RA3:CHA3COCHO+hvOA2CHA3C(O)OO+HCO

Other peroxyacyl nitrates in the atmosphere are peroxypropionyl nitrate (PPN), peroxybutyryl nitrate (PBN), and peroxybenzoyl nitrate (PBzN). Chlorinated forms have also been observed.[1] PAN is the most important peroxyacyl nitrate. PAN and its homologues reach about 5 to 20 percent of the concentration of ozone in urban areas.[1] At lower temperatures, these peroxy-nitrates are stable and can be transported over long distances,[1] providing nitrogen oxides to otherwise unpolluted areas. At higher temperatures, they decompose into NO2 and the peroxyacyl radical.[1]

The decay of PAN in the atmosphere is mainly thermal.[1] Thus, the long-range transport occurs through cold regions of the atmosphere, whereas the decomposition takes place at warmer levels.[1] PAN can also be photolyzed by UV radiation.[1] It is a reservoir gas that serves both as a source and a sink of ROx- and NOx radicals.[1] Nitrogen oxides from PAN decomposition enhance ozone production in the lower troposphere.[1]

The natural concentration of PAN in the atmosphere is below 0.1 μg/m3.[1] Measurements in German cities showed values up to 25 μg/m3.[1] Peak values above 200 μg/m3 have been measured in Los Angeles in the second half of the 20th century (1 ppb of PAN corresponds to 4.37 μg/m3).[1] Due to the complexity of the measurement setup, only sporadic measurements are available.[2][5] The satellite based Cross-Track Infrared sounder (CrIS) instrument is able to provide mid-tropospheric PAN measurements on a global scale.[5][2]

PAN is a greenhouse gas.

Sensitivity

PAN has a sensitivity to precursor emissions, mainly from VOCs and NOx.[1][2][4] PANs sensitivity towards VOCs is greater than that of NOx.[4] VOC reductions have more of an effect on PA radicals than on NOx.[4] Notably, global emissions of precursor during Covid-19 demonstrated that PAN concentrations do not always decrease with a decrease in NOx concentrations.[2][6] Similarly, PAN responds non-linearly to precursor changes.[1][2] Alkenes and oxidized VOCs strongly influence the formation of PA radicals.[4] Meteorological effects also influence the availability of these radicals and hence PAN formation.[6]

Synthesis

PAN can be produced in a lipophilic solvent from peroxyacetic acid.[7][8] For the synthesis, concentrated sulfuric acid is added to degassed n-tridecane and peroxyacetic acid in an ice bath. Next, concentrated nitric acid is added.[8][9]

As an alternative, PAN can also be synthesized in the gas phase via photolysis of acetone and NO2 with a mercury lamp. Methyl nitrate (CH3ONO2) is created as a by-product.[9]

Atmospheric effects

Seasonal cycles of PAN have been observed.[1] Meteorological effects such as temperatures, wind patterns, and the availability of radicals influence PANs stability as well as transportation in the atmosphere.[1][6] During the springtime in the northern hemisphere, high concentrations are attributed to an increase in photochemical activity.[6] In addition, concentrations of PAN increase due to it having a relatively large lifetime against thermal decomposition.[1] Transportation of PAN can also occur by wildfire smoke moving it into an otherwise unpolluted region.[2] In the northern hemisphere winter however, PAN levels become limited when there is reduced hydrocarbons, NO2, and low solar radiation.[1]

Toxicity

The toxicity of PAN is similar to that of NO2 but higher than sulfur dioxide (SO2).[3] Populations with pulmonary disease tend to be more sensitive to the toxic effects of PAN.[3] Eye irritation from photochemical smog can be caused by an increase in PAN levels.[3] Concentrations at or above 0.64 mg/m3 increase the likelihood of eye irritation.[3] PAN is a very weak mutagen.[3]

References

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