Which gas in air is essential for respiration in humans?

Oxygen

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Nitrogen

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Carbon dioxide

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Carbon monoxide

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Solution

The correct option is A
Oxygen

Oxygen is essential for respiration in all the living organisms. During respiration, oxygen is inhaled and carbon dioxide is exhaled. The inhaled oxygen is essential for deriving energy from the food consumed as it helps in breaking down the food molecules.

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