3. In 1986, in Cameroon, many people died when an explosive cloud of carbon dioxide engulfed them. However, carbon dioxide emitted from volcanic activity is usually no problem because it dissipates quickly in the atmosphere. True False a. b.
3. In 1986, in Cameroon, many people died when an explosive cloud of carbon dioxide engulfed them. However, carbon dioxide emitted from volcanic activity is usually no problem because it dissipates quickly in the atmosphere. True False a. b.
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Transcribed Image Text:3. In 1986, in Cameroon, many people died when an explosive cloud of carbon dioxide engulfed them. However,
carbon dioxide emitted from volcanic activity is usually no problem because it dissipates quickly in the atmosphere.
True
False
a.
b.
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b. FALSE
Volcanic carbon dioxide, which does not evaporate fast in the atmosphere, can be lethal if it builds up in a small space and replaces oxygen. In Cameroon in 1986, a volcanic lake spilled, releasing a massive cloud of carbon dioxide that poured into adjacent communities where it gathered and killed those who were unable to flee. Over 1,700 people perished as a result.
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