In my last post on this subject, Understanding Carbon Dioxide – CO2 its Role in the Atmosphere, I alluded to some problems I had with understanding how CO2 works in climate change. I have decided to explore these here. To do this I am going to have to assert some facts as I understand them. … Continue reading Understanding Carbon Dioxide – CO2, its Role in Climate Change
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Understanding Carbon Dioxide – CO2, its Role in the Atmosphere
Following on from my previous post, Understanding Carbon Dioxide – CO2, I will now look at how this molecule functions in the earth’s atmosphere. It is generally identified as a greenhouse gas contributing to the greenhouse effect. In this role CO2 has been represented as being a harmful substance that causes global warming. To understand … Continue reading Understanding Carbon Dioxide – CO2, its Role in the Atmosphere
Understanding Carbon Dioxide – CO2
Carbon Dioxide is a molecule with the formula CO2. It is formed from one carbon atom that is joined by double-bonds to two oxygen atoms, as below. The Three States of CO2 Gas gaseous CO2 exists at temperatures of +31°C (87.8°F). It is colourless but has an odour. Liquid when cooled to temperatures around +18°C … Continue reading Understanding Carbon Dioxide – CO2
Peter C Whitaker 