Carbon monoxide (CO) is harmful to man because (a) it forms carbolic acid. (b) it generates excess CO2. (c) it is carcinogenic. (d) it competes with O2 for haemoglobin.

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01/05/2022 1:58 pm

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Carbon monoxide (CO) is harmful to man because

(a) it forms carbolic acid.

(b) it generates excess CO₂.

(d) it competes with O₂ for haemoglobin.

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01/05/2022 1:59 pm

Prisha Laxmi

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Correct answer: (d) it competes with O₂ for haemoglobin.

Explanation:

CO is highly toxic and impairs respiration. CO combines with haemoglobin of blood and reduces its O₂ carrying capacity.

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