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Explain different hydrocarbons as pollutants.

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The types of hydrocarbons which have molecules contain more than one ring fused together are known as polycyctic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHS). Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons are present in the atmosphere as a component of particulate pollution which is inhaled deep into the lungs.

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