NEETChemistryEnvironmental Chemistry
Why is carbon monoxide gas more dangerous than carbon dioxide gas?
Options
- ABecause carbon monoxide can cause respiratory problems.
- BBecause carbon monoxide binds more strongly to hemoglobin, reducing the blood's capacity to carry oxygen.
- CBecause carbon dioxide is highly flammable.
- DBecause carbon dioxide is a greenhouse gas.
Correct answer
B. Because carbon monoxide binds more strongly to hemoglobin, reducing the blood's capacity to carry oxygen.
Step-by-step solution
Correct Option is : (B) Because carbon monoxide binds more strongly to hemoglobin, reducing the blood's capacity to carry oxygen.