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The process of conversion of dead vegetation into coal is termed as:

A
precipitation
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B
refining
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C
recycling
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D
carbonization
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Solution

The correct option is C carbonization
Water released from clouds in the form of water, snow, etc, is termed precipitation.

Refining is the process of purifying a substance and recycling is the process of converting waste into useful substances.
Thus, options A, B, and C are incorrect.

Coal is mainly composed of carbon. Thus, the conversion of dead vegetation into coal is termed carbonization.
So option D is correct.

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