c9 common atmospheric pollutants and their sources Flashcards

1
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what does complete combustion produce

A

carbon dioxide + water

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2
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what does incomplete combustion produce

A

carbon dioxide + water
carbon particulates(soot)
carbon monoxide

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3
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what are the effects of carbon monoxide being used

A

prevents blood carrying co2 around the body(fatal)

colourless and odourless

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4
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what are the effects of carbon particulates being used

A

global dimming
causes respiratory problems
reflects sunlight back into space

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5
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what are the effects of carbon sulphur dioxide being used

A

fossil fuels contain this- when burnt sulfur dioxide is produced
reacts with water vapour causing acid rain
causes respiratory problems

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6
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what does acid rain do

A

kills plants
destroy habitats
damages buildings/statues

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7
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as the earth is increasing what gases effects them to get worst

A

Nitrogen and oxygen
react in the air in high
temperatures-

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