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Which nonmetal is used by living organisms for respiration?

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Oxygen

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Sulphur dioxide

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C

Nitrous oxide

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D

Ammonia

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Solution

The correct option is A Oxygen
Oxygen is the non metal used by the living organisms for respiration.

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