Chapter 1, Problem 32Q

(a)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Two possible sources of carbon monoxide inside the home have to be given.

Concept introduction:

Air pollutant is the substance which creates pollution.

$CO$ is an air pollutant because when breathed into the lungs, $CO$ can be hazardous to human health.

(b)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The given concentration has to be expressed in percent.

Concept Introduction:

$\begin{array}{c}1\%=1/100\\ \\ 1ppm=1/1000000\\ \\ 1ppm=0.0001\%\end{array}$

(c)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The given level has to be compared with the U.S ambient air quality standards set by the EPA..

Concept Introduction:

Air pollutant is the substance which creates pollution.

$CO$ is an air pollutant because when breathed into the lungs, $CO$ can be hazardous to human health.

(d)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Three symptoms that can be seen in the survivors of the $\text{CO}$ exposure have to be given.

Concept Introduction:

Air pollutant is the substance which creates pollution.

$CO$ is an air pollutant because when breathed into the lungs, $CO$ can be hazardous to human health.

(e)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The place in home where $CO$ detectors have to be installed should be given.

Concept Introduction:

Air pollutant is the substance which creates pollution.

$CO$ is an air pollutant because when breathed into the lungs, $CO$ can be hazardous to human health.