Tuesday, May 17, 2011

5.11, I can recall how nitrogen oxides are formed in car engines


a.       Write the general equation for the combustion of a fuel
Fuel + O2 -----> Energy + CO2 + H2O
b.      During combustion the nitrogen in air can react to form what gases?
NOx (nitrogen and oxygen)
c.       What condition is necessary for the formation of these gases?
A high temperature
d.      In what common object is this condition found?
In cars/ Vehicles
e.      Why is this condition needed for nitrogen to react?
 because Nitrogen has very strong triple covalent bonds
f.        What are the dangers of the products from this reaction?
It can shorten your life by up to 9 years, due to lung disease, skin irritation, and cancers

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