DF 5 - Inorganic Chemistry and the Periodic Table

Question 1

What are some common simple molecular pollutants?

Answer 1

CO2, CO, NOx, SOx
Unburnt hydrocarbons

Question 2

What are some methods of reducing CO2 emissions?

Answer 2

Using renewable sources of electricity such as solar or wind power as well as using electric or hydrogen powered cars can be methods of reducing CO2 emissions

Question 3

What are some methods of reducing CO and unburnt hydrocarbons?

Answer 3

Using more efficient engines and catalytic converters in cars

Question 4

How can NOx and SOx emissions be reduced?

Answer 4

Modifications to engines and the fuels used can reduce NOx and SOx emissions