Question

15 what is the difference between carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide? a carbon monoxide has two carbon atoms. b carbon monoxide has only one oxygen atom. c carbon dioxide has only one oxygen atom. d carbon dioxide has two carbon atoms.

Explanation:

Carbon monoxide has the formula CO, with 1 carbon and 1 oxygen atom. Carbon dioxide has the formula CO₂, with 1 carbon and 2 oxygen atoms. Analyze each option based on these molecular - structure facts.

Answer:

B. Carbon monoxide has only one oxygen atom.