Question

The most poisonous product formed by incomplete combustion of fossil fuels is

• A. Carbon dioxide
• B. Nitrogen dioxide
• C. Carbon monoxide
• D. Sulphur dioxide

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Carbon monoxide

The correct option is : C

Explanation of the correct option:

1. Incomplete combustion of coal or petroleum fuels produces carbon monoxide.
2. Products after the combustion of petrol are carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, etc.
3. Carbon monoxide binds to hemoglobin which leads to the formation of carboxyhemoglobin.
4. It reduces the binding capacity of oxygen and there creates a fatal level of hypoxia in the body.
5. It can result in the death of the individual.

Final answer : The most poisonous product formed by incomplete combustion of fossil fuels is carbon monoxide.