Carbon dioxide gas, which is defined as CO2 in short, is one of the toxic gases. However, it creates very dangerous consequences not only for humans but also for the natural environment.

Carbon dioxide is one of the most damaging gases in the earth's atmosphere, which protects the earth's ozone layer. Among the greenhouse gases, it is the gas that is mostly released into the air and causes climate changes by creating global warming. After the industrial revolution, fossil fuels began to be used more. This is an important factor in increasing the carbon dioxide concentration in the atmosphere. The increase in the amount of carbon dioxide gas in the atmosphere caused devastating climate changes. Although this is known and caused by humans, the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere is increasing day by day. However, the magnitude of this danger has been understood in recent years and precautions have been taken. Today, the amount of carbon dioxide gas in the atmosphere is continuously monitored.

According to scientists' statements, the upper safety limit for the carbon dioxide gas concentration in the atmosphere is 350 ppm. However, this limit has been exceeded in 1988. Although this limit is dropped today, the temperature of the earth will remain high around two degrees. In the latest measurements, the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere is over 400 ppm. If 2100 continues to release greenhouse gases into the atmosphere at this rate, the temperature of the earth will rise between 2-4. This means there will be more severe meteorological events, more hunger, drought and more limited water resources. In other words, a beautiful world is not waiting for future generations.

On the other hand, if the amount of carbon dioxide gas in the breathing air is high, it is harmful for human health. In fact, there is a certain amount of carbon dioxide in the breathing air. However, if carbon dioxide gas is exposed for a long time and the gas accumulates in the blood tissues, the lungs cannot dispose of it and the chemical structure of the blood is disrupted. This causes respiratory obstruction and intoxication. Intoxications that manifest with a slight headache, then bruising and nausea begin. In cases of advanced intoxication, it may cause damage to the body up to paralysis.

In this respect, carbon dioxide poisoning is a risk that threatens people's lives. For this reason, carbon dioxide measurements should be done frequently in working environments and especially in risky areas. These measurements are carried out by authorized test and inspection institutions. During the measurements, legal regulations in force and standards published by domestic and foreign organizations are taken into consideration.

Carbon dioxide gas is a colorless and odorless gas and heavier than air. It is not flammable. Normally, 0,035 is present in the air. Carbon dioxide gas is mostly mixed with motor vehicles and fuel consuming machines. One of the most important uses is fire extinguisher tubes. Carbon dioxide is also used in sodas such as soft drinks, mineral water and beer.

In terms of occupational health and safety, carbon dioxide gas measurements made by authorized laboratories in order to prevent occupational diseases and occupational accidents caused by exposure to chemical substances in work environments are extremely important.