1.

    Carbon monoxide poisoning is lethal because it:

    A

    Reduces the oxygen-carrying capacity of red blood cells.

    B

    Competes with oxygen for binding sites on hemoglobin with much higher affinity.

    C

    Inhibits the respiratory centers in the brain.

    D

    Causes irreversible damage to the alveoli.

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