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Carbon dioxide is a powerful greenhouse gas which is contributing to the accelerated greenhouse effect. Burning fossil fuels like coal, oil and natural gas (which we do in industry, vehicles and generating electricity) releases long hidden carbon dioxide that has been out of the picture for millions of years. This extra CO2 is building up in the atmosphere. The carbon cycle cannot remove this extra greenhouse gas, so it is trapping more and more heat. This is causing global warming and hence climate change, and that is why there is environmental concern.
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What safety concern is created when carbon dioxide from a volcano settles in low areas?
The accumulation of carbon dioxide in low-lying areas near a volcano can create an asphyxiation risk for humans and animals. If high concentrations of carbon dioxide are present, it can displace oxygen in the air, leading to difficulty breathing and even suffocation. This phenomenon is known as a carbon dioxide gas hazard.
What the three environmental factors that affect photosynthesis?
The three environmental factors that affect photosynthesis are light intensity, carbon dioxide levels, and temperature. Light intensity is necessary for the light-dependent reactions of photosynthesis, carbon dioxide is a key reactant in the Calvin Cycle, and temperature influences the rate of enzymatic reactions involved in photosynthesis.
What environmental factor has been most recently affected by changes in carbon dioxide in the atmosphere?
The temperature of the atmosphere (it has risen).
Does carbon dioxide and sulfur dioxide cause any problems?
Yes, both carbon dioxide and sulfur dioxide can contribute to negative environmental issues. Carbon dioxide is a greenhouse gas that contributes to global warming and climate change. Sulfur dioxide can lead to acid rain, which can harm ecosystems and infrastructure.
What is a hydrogencarbonate indicator used for?
A hydrogencarbonate indicator is used to determine the presence of carbon dioxide in a solution. It changes color in the presence of carbon dioxide, which can be useful in various chemical reactions, environmental studies, or as an indicator in medical applications.
In what environmental concern is carbon dioxide the byproduct of burning certain fuels believed to be a major factor?
desertification
In what environmental concern is carbon dioxide the by product of burning certain fuels believed to be a major factor?
global warming
Using gasoline powered equipment increases carbon dioxide levels in the air and contributes to what environmental concern?
Global warming and climate change.
What are some health and environmental hazards of carbon dioxide?
There are no health hazards from breathing carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, but breathing pure carbon dioxide will kill you. The environmental hazard from carbon dioxide is that it is one of the greenhouse gases that is causing global warming.
What has the author Rayola Dougher written?
Rayola Dougher has written: 'International carbon dioxide-related activities' -- subject(s): Atmospheric carbon dioxide, Environmental aspects, Environmental aspects of Atmospheric carbon dioxide, International cooperation
What are the environmental problems caused by carbon dioxide?
There are a great many environmental problems caused by carbon dioxide. These problems include the extinction of quite a few species of animals.
What gas is internationally considered a top concern for air pollution?
carbon dioxide
Which environment concern is the most associated with burning fossil fuel?
Air pollution is the most associated environmental concern with burning fossil fuels. The combustion of fossil fuels releases pollutants such as carbon dioxide, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, and particulate matter into the atmosphere, contributing to smog, acid rain, and climate change.
Are carbon footprints an environmental issue?
No, carbon footprints are not an environmental issue.Instead, they can be viewed as part of an environmental problem or as part of an environmental solution, depending upon the context. Specifically, the problem is the amount of carbon dioxide in the environment. Environmental problems, such as high levels of carbon dioxide, may either find their root cause in natural events or result from human intervention.Either way, the issue is how to solve the problem. Therefore, how best to lower levels of carbon dioxide in the environment is part of the issue that hopefully leads to amelioration or resolution of the problem.
Is sulfur dioxide part of carbon dioxide?
No, sulfur dioxide and carbon dioxide are two different compounds. Sulfur dioxide consists of sulfur and oxygen atoms, while carbon dioxide consists of carbon and oxygen atoms. Both are greenhouse gases, but they come from different sources and have different environmental impacts.
What specific gas is internationally considered a top concern for air pollution?
carbon dioxide
What has the author F L Horn written?
F. L Horn has written: 'Possible storage sites for disposal and environmental control of atmospheric carbon dioxide' -- subject(s): Atmospheric carbon dioxide, Environmental aspects, Storage
