Among the gases present in air, which one supports burning of a substance?
A
Oxygen
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B
Nitrogen
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C
Carbon dioxide
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D
Water vapour
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Solution
The correct option is A Oxygen The main component of air that supports burning is oxygen. However, nitrogen, carbon dioxide and water (in any physical state) do not support burning of substance.