Effects of hydrocarbons on human health?

Question

What are the effects of hydrocarbons on human health?

Answer 1

1. Hydrocarbons are carcinogenic, produce skin ailments and cancers.
2. Hydrocarbons with oxides of nitrogen produce photochemical smog and peroxyacetyl nitrate (PAN).
3. PAN and ozone (O₃) are poisonous and cause irritation of eye, nose and throat.
4. The concentration of PAN disturbs cardio pulmonary activities.
5. Hydrocarbons+ Oxides of Nitrogen→ PAN+ O₃ (Ozone)