Question

The compound CO2 is made of

Answer 1

One Carbon atom (the C) and two Oxygen atoms (the O2), connected by a covalent (electon-sharing) bond.

Answer 2

Step-by-step explanation:

The compound
`CO_(2)` is also known as carbon dioxide. It is a gas. It forms when one carbon atom combines with two oxygen atoms.

This can be illustrated as follows.

`C(s) + (1)/(2)O_(2)(g) \rightarrow CO(g)`

`CO(g) + (1)/(2)O_(2)(g) \rightarrow CO_(2)`

Consumption of carbon dioxide gas in very low concentrations is not harmful but consumption of its large concentration is very harmful as it can affect the respiratory system.