`CO_2 = V * 19.64 "lb" / "gal"`

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The CO₂ from Gasoline calculator computes the amount of carbon dioxide (CO₂) produced from the burning of gasoline.  

INSTRUCTIONS: Choose units and enter the following:

• (V) The the amount (volume) of gasoline burned.

CO₂  from Gasoline (CO₂ ):  The calculator returns the amount of CO₂ in pounds.  However this can be automatically converted to compatible units via the pull-down menu.

The Math / Science

This equation uses the constant Carbon Dioxide per Gallon Gas (CO₂ 19.64lb/gal).  This constant can be found on the US Energy Information Administration's website.

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