Petrol exhaust fumes contain a number of gases and particles which are known or believed to cause some health problems.
The most well known of these is Carbon Monoxide. Thsi is a gas which replaces oxygen in the lungs and blood and can be toxic. Low levels can even cause headaches and problems with vision and coordination.
The next is Nitrogen Oxides. These are gases which contribute to ozone pollution. They are thought to cause eye, nose and throat problems as well as breathing problems.
The next are Hydrocarbons which can cause some breathing problems and contribute to the pollution of the air.
Many people believe that diesel cars are more environmentally friendly and cause fewer health problems, but in fact diesel cars are responsible for about 2/3 of the emissions of PM10. PM10 is comprised of tiny flecks of unburnt fuel and many believe that this is linked to the deaths of up to 3000 people annually in Britain.
The most well known of these is Carbon Monoxide. Thsi is a gas which replaces oxygen in the lungs and blood and can be toxic. Low levels can even cause headaches and problems with vision and coordination.
The next is Nitrogen Oxides. These are gases which contribute to ozone pollution. They are thought to cause eye, nose and throat problems as well as breathing problems.
The next are Hydrocarbons which can cause some breathing problems and contribute to the pollution of the air.
Many people believe that diesel cars are more environmentally friendly and cause fewer health problems, but in fact diesel cars are responsible for about 2/3 of the emissions of PM10. PM10 is comprised of tiny flecks of unburnt fuel and many believe that this is linked to the deaths of up to 3000 people annually in Britain.