Wood charcoal is used in gas masks because it _____________.

has good smell

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dissolves poisonous gases

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adsorbs poisonous gases

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reacts with poisonous gases

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The correct option is C adsorbs poisonous gases
Activated charcoal readily adsorbs a wide range of organic compounds dissolved or suspended in gases and liquids. These charcoal filters are also used in some types of gas masks.

Gas mask: used to protect the wearer from inhaling airborne pollutants and toxic gases.

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