Print Version
Air Pollution Index Background Information
image image image

Carbon Monoxide (CO)

Carbon Monoxide (CO) is a colourless, odourless and tasteless gas which is a by-product from the incomplete combustion of any fuel which contains carbon. Industrial processes contribute to CO pollution concentrations, but the principle source of CO in most urban areas, such as Hong Kong, is the automobile.

image image image
     
Back to top Back
 
image image image
   
2004 copyright logo| Important notices Last revision date: