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What is the percentage of carbon in peat?

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80
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50
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40
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30
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Solution

The correct option is C 40
Coal is a resource with high carbon content. The four types of coal are anthracite, lignite, peat and bituminous. Anthracite coal contains 80% carbon, lignite contains 50-65%, peat contains 40% carbon and bituminous coal contains less than 40% of carbon.

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