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Which of the following gas affects human health by reducing the blood's ability to carry oxygen to different parts of the body?

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Question

Which of the following gas affects human health by reducing the blood's ability to carry oxygen to different parts of the body?

Options

  • Carbon monoxide

  • Carbon dioxide

  • Sulphur dioxide

  • Nitrous dioxide

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Solution

Carbon monoxide

Explanation:

Carbon monoxide binds strongly to haemoglobin in the blood. This reduces the blood's ability to carry oxygen to body parts.

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Chapter 16: Pollution - EXERCISE [Page 309]

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Lakhmir Singh Biology [English] Class 10 ICSE
Chapter 16 Pollution
EXERCISE | Q 1. | Page 309
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