5.11 - I can recall how nitrogen oxides are formed in car engines

a.       Write the general equation for the combustion of a fuel	Fuel + Oxygen  Carbon Dioxide + Water + Energy
b.      During combustion the nitrogen in air can react to form what gases?	During combustion nitrogen may react with oxygen to form Nitrogen Oxides or NOx gases.
c.       What condition is necessary for the formation of these gases?	In order for the Nitrogen and Oxygen in the air to react during combustion, an extremely high temperature is necessary.
d.      In what common object is this condition found?	The high temperature necessary to form NOx gases can be found in the combustion engine of an automobile or car.
e.      Why is this condition needed for nitrogen to react?	A high temperature is necessary because it provides the energy needed to break to strong, triple covalent bond between the Nitrogen atoms. Ultimately, the high temperature allows the reaction to take place by causing the Nitrogen to become reactive instead of inert.
f.        What are the dangers of the products from this reaction?	The NOx gases have several dangerous properties. When dissociated in water, they form Nitric acid, which contributes to acid rain. In addition, the NOx gases can cause Asthma, nausea, may agitate tissues, and overall can remove up to nine years from one’s lifespan.