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The process of combustion in the absence of oxygen is called:

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Pyrolysis
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Hydrolysis
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Electrolysis
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Dialysis
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Solution

The correct option is A Pyrolysis
Pyrolysis is the process of combustion in the absence of oxygen or burnt under controlled atmospheric oxygen. Pyrolysis is an alternative to incineration, the method in which organic wastes are burnt inside incinerators. The gases and liquids obtained by the process of pyrolysis can be used as fuels.

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