The next section deals with masses. These interpretations of chemical equations are of value because they enable us to make predictions about the outcome of reactions. This is one reason why carbon monoxide detectors are marketed for consumers. Space heaters have sometimes killed unsuspecting people. What they didn't know did hurt them.
Carbon monoxide is poisonous.
It is cumulative and even if it doesn't kill it can cause chronic illness and brain damage. This equation can be viewed in terms of the atomic and molecular level. Two atoms of carbon must react with one molecule of oxygen. Two molecules of carbon monoxide are produced. C These are really one to one.