Pollutants (Edexcel GCSE Chemistry Combined Science): Quizzes
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What causes incomplete combustion of fuels?
What causes incomplete combustion of fuels?
Insufficient oxygen
How does carbon monoxide harm the body?
How does carbon monoxide harm the body?
Binds with red blood cells
What type of gas is carbon monoxide?
What type of gas is carbon monoxide?
Toxic gas
What health problem can soot cause when inhaled?
What health problem can soot cause when inhaled?
Respiratory problems
What causes sulfur dioxide to be released during combustion?
What causes sulfur dioxide to be released during combustion?
Burning fossil fuels with sulfur impurities
How is acid rain formed?
How is acid rain formed?
SO₂ reacts with water in clouds
What effect does acid rain have on limestone buildings?
What effect does acid rain have on limestone buildings?
Erodes them
How does acid rain affect lakes?
How does acid rain affect lakes?
Acidifies them, harming aquatic life
When are nitrogen oxides formed?
When are nitrogen oxides formed?
High temperatures during combustion
What does photochemical smog cause in humans?
What does photochemical smog cause in humans?
Breathing problems & headaches
What is the only product when hydrogen burns?
What is the only product when hydrogen burns?
Water
Why is hydrogen considered a renewable fuel?
Why is hydrogen considered a renewable fuel?
Obtained from water via electrolysis