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Carbon Monoxide Prevention.


Carbon monoxide carbon monoxide, chemical compound, CO, a colorless, odorless, tasteless, extremely poisonous gas that is less dense than air under ordinary conditions. It is very slightly soluble in water and burns in air with a characteristic blue flame, producing carbon dioxide;  kills hundreds and sickens thousands of Americans every year. The poisonous poi·son·ous
adj.
Relating to or caused by a poison.



poisonous

having the properties of a poison.


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 gas cannot be smelled, which is why many states are requiring carbon monoxide detectors in homes and apartment buildings. Here's how to protect you and your family from the 'invisible killer.' A video report by Allstate Insurance Co. (NYSE NYSE

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