Incomplete Combustion and Environmental Impact

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<p>The products of complete combustion are water and carbon dioxide.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>During incomplete combustion, carbon monoxide and particulates (soot) are generated.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Particulates are solid particles of carbon that we call soot.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Some pollutants that can be produced by burning fossil fuels are carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, and nitrogen oxides.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The main difference between complete combustion and incomplete combustion is the availability of oxygen. Complete combustion occurs when there is plenty of oxygen available, resulting in the production of water and carbon dioxide. Incomplete combustion occurs when there is not enough oxygen available, resulting in the generation of carbon monoxide and particulates.</p> Signup and view all the answers