Uses:
Every time we refuel our cars, our lawn mowers, our chainsaws, or our generators, we use gasoline. Gasoline, which is a refined petroleum product, is made from crude oil and artificial additives.
Gasoline is used as a fuel source in internal combustion engines. The gasoline is
pumped through the fuel lines to the injectors. The injectors spray a mist of gasoline into the valves. The spark plugs send a charge that ignites the fuel inside the valves. The explosion pushes the pistons inside the valves; these are connected to metal arms, which move up and down producing movement. This movement is transferred through the drive train to power your vehicle. The explosion produces gases which move through the manifold to the catalytic converter and muffler, and finally out the tailpipe.

Hazards:

Gasoline is probably the most hazardous product used and stored around the house. Gasoline is volatile, and quickly turns into vapor at room temperature. This vapor is very flammable and extremely ignitable; a small spark from across the room can ignite gasoline vapors. Gasoline presents a very serious fire hazard when in use and when it is stored.

Gasoline is toxic to humans and animals because it contains hydrocarbons such as benzene. Benzene is a known carcinogen that can be inhaled in gasoline vapors.
The emissions from gasoline engines are a major source of air pollutants. The pollutants include Carbon monoxide (CO), Carbon dioxide (CO2), Nitrous oxides (NOx), and sulfur dioxide (SO2). These can contribute to acid rain and global warming. Motor vehicles are the largest source of toxic and carcinogenic air pollutants in Vermont.

Storage/ Disposal:

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