Chemical Bonding Assignment by Alexander Chen (2P301)

Carbon monoxide consists of one carbon atom and one oxygen atom, connected by a triple bond. It is produce when there is not enough oxygen to produce carbon dioxide, such as when operating a stove or an internal combustion engine in an enclosed space. Carbon monoxide is colourless, odorless and tasteless, yet highly toxic. It combines with haemoglobin to produce carboxyhemoglobin, which does not supply the body with sufficient oxygen. A level of 50% carboxyhemoglobin may result in seizure, coma, and fatality. The most common symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are headache, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, fatigue and a feeling of weakness. Exposure to carbon monoxide can cause damage to the heart, central nervous system as well as the foetus of a pregnant woman.

Sources: http://www.chemicalforums.com/index.php?action=printpage;topic=4915.0
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carbon_monoxide

Done by: Alexander Chen (2P301)