Which of the following is not required for combustion to take place?

Fuel

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Carbon dioxide

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Oxygen

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Source of heat

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Solution

The correct option is C Carbon dioxide
Conditions under which combustion can take place are as follows:
(a) Presence of oxygen.
(b) Presence of an inflammable substance known as fuel.
(c) Source of heat to reach the Ignition temperature.
Carbon dioxide is not a supporter of combustion(burning). Hence, for combustion to take place, Carbon dioxide is not required.

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