Pollutants Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
What two pollutants are formed by incomplete combustion?
A
Carbon Monoxide and Particulates (soot)
2
Q
What pollutant contributes to global warming?
A
Carbon Dioxide
3
Q
What two pollutants cause acid rain and respiratory problems?
A
Nitrogen Oxide and Sulphur Oxide
4
Q
What is Nitrogen Oxide formed by?
A
Gases in the air reacting under high temperature and pressureW
5
Q
What forms Sulphur Oxide?
A
Burning impurities
6
Q
What causes Global Dimming?
A
Particulates (Soot)
7
Q
Which is toxic: Carbon Dioxide or Carbon Monoxide?
A
Carbon Monoxide
