Burning fossil Fuels

Question 1

Sulfur Dioxide

Answer 1

• Combustion of fuels containing Sulphur
• Causes acid rain
• Remove Sulphur (purify) before burning

Question 2

Nitrogen Oxide

Answer 2

• Reaction between N and O in air at high temps
• Causes acid rain
• Uses catalytic converters in cars

Question 3

Un burned fuels

Answer 3

• Leftover fuel
• Wastes fuel and can contribute to Greenhouse gasses ( CH4 )
• Engine in well tuned

Question 4

Water

Answer 4

Combustion of Hydrocarbons

Question 5

Carbon Dioxide

Answer 5

• Complete combustion of fuels containing C
• Contributing to Greenhouse gas emissions and climate change
• burn less fossil fuels

Question 6

Carbon Monoxide

Answer 6

• Incomplete combustion of C
• Toxic / poisenous
• ensure there is a good supply of fuel when burned

Question 7

Soot / Particulates

Answer 7

• Incomplete combustion of C
• Global warming and blackens buildings
• Ensure a good supply of air when the fuel is burned