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COx

Definition

COx refers to carbon oxides, specifically carbon monoxide (CO) and carbon dioxide (CO2). These gases are produced through incomplete combustion of fossil fuels and contribute to climate change.

Related terms

Greenhouse Effect: The greenhouse effect refers to the trapping of heat in Earth's atmosphere due to increased levels of greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide (CO2). It contributes to global warming.

Combustion: Combustion is a chemical reaction that occurs when a fuel combines with oxygen to produce heat and light. It is the process responsible for burning fossil fuels and releasing COx into the atmosphere.

Climate Change: Climate change refers to long-term shifts in temperature, precipitation patterns, and other aspects of Earth's climate system. It is primarily caused by human activities, including the release of COx gases.

"COx" appears in:

Subjects (1)

  • Intro to Political Science

Study guides (1)

  • AP Environmental Science - 7.1 Introduction to Air Pollution

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