# What makes carbon monoxide so deadly? - Link: https://greenlivingguy.com/2015/03/carbon-monoxide-what-makes-it-so-deadly/ - Published: 2015-03-01T18:36:12-05:00 - Author: greenlivingguy ## Introduction Carbon monoxide is a silent killer that claims the lives of hundreds of people every year. It is a colorless, odorless gas. One that is produced whenever [fuels](https://greenlivingguy.com/2014/06/epa-proposes-first-guidelines-to-cut-carbon-pollution-from-existing-power-plants/) like gas, oil, or wood are burned. Many people are unaware of its dangers and fail to recognize the symptoms until it is too late. As a highly skilled assistant who specializes in content writing and digital marketing, I understand the importance of raising awareness about this deadly gas. In this article, we will explore what makes carbon monoxide so deadly, how it can be detected, and most importantly, how it can be prevented. By the end of this article, you will have a better understanding of the dangers associated with carbon monoxide and what steps you can take to protect yourself and your loved ones. So sit back, relax, and let’s dive into the world of carbon monoxide. ### As the Campaign talked about WASHINGTON, Feb. 26, 2015 — It’s colorless, odorless and can be deadly. Carbon monoxide is no joke, especially in the winter when people will do just about anything to warm up. Raychelle Burks, Ph.D., explains why carbon monoxide is so dangerous, and how you can stay safe, in the latest episode of the Reactions series Get To Know A Molecule. Check it out here: [http://youtu.be/lMnaLKlVXxo](http://youtu.be/lMnaLKlVXxo). [⌊Carbon monoxide⌉⌊Carbon monoxide⌉[ **_Source: _**[**_American Chemical Society_**](https://web.archive.org/web/20190911235708/https://www.acs.org/content/acs/en.html) No they are NOT a sponsor but indoor air quality matters. Heck, even LEED cares about it. ### Conclusion Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless gas that is unsafe for humans and the environment. It comes from the incomplete combustion of fossil fuels, biomass, and other organic sources. Although CO is toxic to humans, it is most dangerous when it accumulates in confined places like your home, car, or workplace. That’s because CO binds to hemoglobin, which is present in the blood. When this happens, it can slow blood flow to the heart and increase the risk of cardiac arrest and death. While CO can be released accidentally, it is also sometimes intentionally released as an industrial or agricultural gas.  greenlivingguy The Green Living Guy, Seth Leitman is an independent power producer, a green living expert, and Editor of the McGraw-Hill, TAB Green Guru Guides. Seth is also an Author, Radio Host, Reporter, Writer and an Environmental Consultant on green living. The Green Living Guy writes about green living, green lighting, the green guru guides and more. Seth's books range from: # Build Your Own Electric Vehicle by Bob Brant and Seth Leitman (2nd and 3rd editions) # Build Your Own Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle by Seth Leitman # Build Your Own Electric Motorcycle by Carl Vogel # Green Lighting by Seth Leitman, Brian Clark Howard and Bill Brinsky # Solar Power For Your Home by David Findley # Renewable Energies For Your Home by Russel Gehrke # Do-it-Yourself Home Energy Audits by David Findley # Build Your Own Small Wind Power System by Brian Clark Howard and Kevin Shea # and more green living books to follow. [See Full Bio](https://greenlivingguy.com/author/greenlivingguy/) [ ](https://greenlivingguy.com/author/greenlivingguy/)