Atmospheric Pollutants from Fuels (AQA GCSE Chemistry Combined Science): Quizzes
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What are atmospheric pollutants?
What are atmospheric pollutants?
Harmful substances released into air
What is one significant consequence of atmospheric pollutants?
What is one significant consequence of atmospheric pollutants?
Production of acid rain
How much oil was burned in the UK in 2021?
How much oil was burned in the UK in 2021?
57 million tons
Where are fossil fuels commonly burned?
Where are fossil fuels commonly burned?
Power stations, homes, and vehicles
What are the two main products of complete combustion of fossil fuels?
What are the two main products of complete combustion of fossil fuels?
Carbon dioxide and water vapour
How do greenhouse gases contribute to climate change?
How do greenhouse gases contribute to climate change?
They trap heat in Earth's atmosphere
When does incomplete combustion occur?
When does incomplete combustion occur?
When there is not enough oxygen
What toxic gas is produced during incomplete combustion?
What toxic gas is produced during incomplete combustion?
Carbon monoxide
How does carbon monoxide affect the body?
How does carbon monoxide affect the body?
Binds to red blood cells in place of
What can high levels of carbon monoxide exposure cause?
What can high levels of carbon monoxide exposure cause?
Fainting, coma, or death
What is carbon soot emitted as during incomplete combustion?
What is carbon soot emitted as during incomplete combustion?
Particulate matter
How does particulate matter affect sunlight reaching Earth?
How does particulate matter affect sunlight reaching Earth?
Creates clouds that reflect sunlight