Combined Science GCSE
Human health effects of air pollutants
What Human health effects of air pollutants means in Combined Science GCSE, as defined for AQA.
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Carbon monoxide binds to haemoglobin and reduces oxygen transport, nitrogen oxides cause respiratory problems, and particulates can be inhaled deep into the lungs, worsening asthma and cardiovascular problems.
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