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Which of these gases is produced by burning carbon-containing fuel in an engine and contributes to the greenhouse effect?

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Carbon dioxide (CO₂).

Carbon dioxide, CO₂. It is not carbon monoxide, CO, another hazardous combustion gas. CO₂ can be dangerous at high concentrations and should not be described as harmless in every amount. Do not inhale exhaust or run an engine in an inadequately ventilated enclosed space.

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