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Title: What You Should Know About Carbon Monoxide
Author: Norman P. Moreau,
Source: American Gas Association 1985
Year Published: 1985
Abstract: Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless. tasteless, and non-irriiaiing toxic gas. It forms as a result of incomplete or inefficient combustion. Two common reasons for carbon monoxide poisoning appear to be improper firing of appliances and improper use of equipment by the customer. Carbon monoxide is absorbed by the lungs, and replaces oxygen in the hemoglobin, reducing its oxygen-carrying capability. To recover normal capabilities, over 200 parts of oxygen are required to replace one part of CO. The amount of CO absorbed by the blood varies with time of exposure, periodic fresh air consumption, degree of physical activity, and health of the subject.

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