Tuesday, May 17, 2011

5.10 I can recall the problems associated with incomplete combustion

What are the properties of carbon monoxide.. 
Made up of 1 carbon atom and 1 oxygen atom.
Flammable
colourless, odorless and tasteless gas
Explain how carbon monoxide is formed.. When there isn't enough oxygen to produce carbon dioxide
Explain why carbon monoxide is poisonous.. It bonds with the hemoglobin in the red blood cells which reduces their capacity to carry oxygen around the body

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