Carbon Monoxide
Definition: Carbon monoxide (CO) is a common by-product produced when fossil fuels are burned. It is an odorless, colorless, tasteless gas that, at high levels, can cause death when inhaled. The CO enters the bloodstream, depriving the organs and tissues of oxygen (O2). When the body is deprived of oxygen, cells begin to die; death quickly follows.
Also Known As: CO
