Atmospheric chemistry: nitrogen cycle, sulfur cycle

Typical exam questions

• The global nitrogen cycle and the global sulfur cycle were discussed in class, but more emphasis was put on the global carbon cycle. Of the nitrogen and sulfur cycles, only one compound was listed as being of global concern, even though these two cycles contribute most to acid rain and general air pollution. Discuss the reason these two cycles contribute less to global problems, and state and describe the one exception.
• Air pollutants
  • List four of the six air pollutants discussed in class and give a source for each.
  • Discuss where carbon monoxide poisoning might occur and how interferes with normal body functions.