The gas present in the atmosphere which is essential for respiration is:

Oxygen

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Carbon dioxide

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Nitrogen

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Hydrogen

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Solution

The correct option is A Oxygen
The gas present in the atmosphere which is essential for respiration is oxygen. Oxygen constitutes about 21% of the Earth's atmosphere.

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