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In law of constant proportion, the word constant means that the mass ratio of the elements in a chemical compound is same everywhere in the universe. True or false.

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The correct option is A
True

According to Law of constant proportion in a given Chemical Compound the elements are always present in definite proportions by mass. Here, the word constant means mass ratio of the water will be same irrespective of place.

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