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Question : Which of the following gases is most toxic ?

Option 1: Carbon dioxide

Option 2: Carbon monoxide

Option 3: Sulphur dioxide

Option 4: Chlorine


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Correct Answer: Carbon monoxide


Solution : The correct answer is carbon monoxide.

Carbon monoxide is a released on  the incomplete combustion of fuels. It is a tasteless, odorless and colourless gas which is toxic for human beings. It binds with haemoglobin in the blood and forms a stable compound known as carboxyhaemoglobin. Carbon monoxide has high haemoglobin affinity and it reduces the oxygen carrying capacity of blood, which turns life threatening.

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