Carbon Monoxide Production and Sources Quiz

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Which gases are identified as ozone depleting substances (ODS)?

Mechanical refrigerant leaks

Fluorinated gases (correct)

Disposal of equipment that contains refrigerant gas

Refrigeration system servicing

What happens when chlorine reacts with ozone?

It breaks down the ozone into O2 (correct)

It releases greenhouse gases

It absorbs longwave UV light

It converts the ozone back to O3

What is the main purpose of fluorinated gases?

To replace chlorofluorocarbon (CFC) refrigerants (correct)

To destroy ozone

To absorb longwave UV light

To release greenhouse gases

Which gases are considered the longest lasting and most powerful greenhouse gases released by human activity?

Fluorinated gases Signup and view all the answers

Besides CFCs, HCFCs, and fluorinated gases, which other gaseous pollutants are commonly monitored?

Arsenic, chlorine, and mercury Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a negative effect of acid rain on plant life?

Direct injury to humans upon contact Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason why forests are being killed by acid rain?

Toxic quantities of materials taken into solution by groundwater Signup and view all the answers

Which structures are particularly susceptible to the corrosive action of acid rain?

Both buildings made of limestone or marble and structures with exposed metals Signup and view all the answers

What health problems can be caused by inhaling the particulates that cause acid rain?

Emphysema and bronchitis Signup and view all the answers

How does acid rain affect buildings and other structures?

It increases maintenance costs Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a disadvantage of wind power?

It relies on energy storage systems Signup and view all the answers

What is the direct conversion of solar energy into electricity called?

Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of using hydrogen as a fuel?

It is a nonpolluting source of energy Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of fuel cells?

To produce electricity to drive portable power systems Signup and view all the answers

What type of solar technology involves mirrors that focus and concentrate solar energy on a target point?

Solar Thermal Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a form of sound path modification?

Creating a buffer zone around the source Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum size of a hole in an enclosure that would make it non-effective in blocking sound?

1/1000 of the total wall area Signup and view all the answers

Which type of noise enclosure is commonly used on forced draft fans?

Inlet silencers Signup and view all the answers

What are the two types of noise enclosures shown in Figure 9?

Mufflers and lined ducts Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason why facilities that burn coal are being pressured to shut down or convert to natural gas?

To reduce the generation of SOX and NOX Signup and view all the answers