How is carboxy haemoglobin formed?

Reaction of carbon monoxide and nitrogen with blood

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Reaction of carbon monoxide with blood

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Reaction of carbon dioxide with blood

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Reaction of both carbon monoxide and dioxide with blood

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Solution

The correct option is B Reaction of carbon monoxide with blood
Carbon monoxide is the product of incomplete combustion of fuels. Inhalation of carbon monoxide leads to the formation of carboxy haemoglobin as it reacts directly with the blood. This reduces the amount of oxygen carrying capacity of our blood.

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