Which one of the following pollutants can cause death of a person by binding withhaemoglobin of red blood cells?

Correct answer: C. Carbon monoxide

  • A. Chlorofluorocarbons
  • B. Oxides of Sulphur
  • C. Carbon monoxide
  • D. Oxides of nitrogen

Explanation

Carbon monoxide poisoning occurs when carbon monoxide builds up in your bloodstream. When too much carbon monoxide is in the air, your body replaces the oxygen in your red blood cells with carbon monoxide. This can lead to serious tissue damage, or even death.

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