What does HC mean in exhaust emission testing?
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Exhaust emission testing HC refers to the detection of hydrocarbons in vehicle exhaust. Below is relevant information: HC in exhaust represents the hydrocarbon compounds in vehicle emissions, which are harmful pollutants. Among vehicle emission pollutants, HC, CO, and NO all have significant environmental impacts. Introduction to HC, CO, and NO: 1. HC stands for hydrocarbons, produced during the combustion of gasoline and diesel. 2. CO is the abbreviation for carbon monoxide, a toxic substance that, when inhaled, prevents red blood cells from carrying oxygen, leading to suffocation and death. It is produced by the combustion of gasoline, diesel, and coal. 3. NO stands for nitric oxide. While harmless in itself and even beneficial in small amounts (such as dilating blood vessels and enhancing memory), it readily reacts with oxygen to form nitrogen dioxide (NO2), which is toxic, has a pungent odor, damages the human respiratory system, causes various health issues, and pollutes water, soil, and the atmosphere.