Carbon (II) oxide is considered dangerous if inhaled mainly because it?
- can cause injury to the nervous system
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competes with oxygen in the blood
- competes with carbon (IV) oxide in the blood
- can cause lung cancer
The correct answer is: B
Explanation
Carbon monoxide is harmful when breathed because it displaces oxygen in the blood and deprives the heart, brain and other vital organs of oxygen.
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