Which of the following substances is not required for combustion?

O_{2}

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C O_{2}

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Fuel

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Solution

The correct option is B $C O_{2}$
Carbon dioxide (CO2) is not required for combustion. Rather, it is used as a fire extinguisher. Since carbon dioxide is heavier than oxygen, it covers the fire like a blanket and cuts off the contact between the fuel and oxygen, thereby dousing the fire.

The correct answer is B

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