Isn't petroleum coke a harmful substance?

Chemical composition: Petroleum coke is composed of carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen, chlorine, sulfur and other elements, of which the carbon content is more than 90%, hydrogen accounts for 1%-8%, and the remaining trace elements are 2%. From the chemical composition point of view, it will not dissolve in the human body.

Impact on the human body: Petroleum coke has an irregular shape, in the form of black blocks or granules of varying sizes. Petroleum coke will produce harmful gases, including carbon dioxide, sulfur dioxide, etc. during transportation, screening, coking, etc. Harmful gases that irritate the human respiratory tract and lungs.

Impact of combustion on the environment: Petroleum coke will release gases that are harmful to the eyes, aggravate weather such as haze, and damage air quality. Mining and processing will consume a lot of energy and water resources, and improper handling will cause inaccessible pollution to water and soil. But if used reasonably and properly handled, it has certain value in this field.