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Which gas is the major component of the atmosphere?

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Nitrogen
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Oxygen
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Carbon dioxide
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Argon
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Solution

The correct option is A Nitrogen
A layer of gas surrounding the Earth is called as atmosphere, which extends up to a height of about 1,600 km. The atmosphere is mainly composed of nitrogen which makes up 78% of the air in the atmosphere.

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