Atmospheric pollutants from burning fuels Flashcards
1
Q
The combustion of fuels is a major source is a major source of?
A
Atmospheric pollutants
2
Q
Incomplete combustion of fuels causes:
A
Carbon monoxide and soot
3
Q
Complete combustion of fuels causes:
A
Carbon dioxide
4
Q
What is carbon monoxide?
A
- toxic gas
- colourless and odourless = difficult to detect
5
Q
What does sulfur dioxide do?
A
- respiratory problems in humans
- acid rain
6
Q
What do particulates cause?
A
- global dimming
- health problems in humans
