Which of the following gases are used as fire extinguisher?

Oxygen

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Carbon dioxide

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Nitrogen

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Helium

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Solution

The correct option is B
Carbon dioxide

Carbon dioxide does not support combustion and when it comes out of the extinguisher, it cuts off access to oxygen, extinguishing the fire.

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