Question

Which one of the following air pollutants can affect blood stream leading to death?

  1. Asbestos dust
  2. Cadmium
  3. Lead
  4. Carbon monoxide

Answer:

Option D: Carbon monoxide

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Carbon monoxide”.

During the respiration process, carbon monoxide is inhaled; it combines with the haemoglobin present in the blood, thus reduces the oxygen carrying capacity of blood sometimes resulting in human death.