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Coal mainly contains


A

Carbon

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Oxygen

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C

Sodium

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D

Hydrogen

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Solution

The correct option is A

Carbon


Explanation:

  • Coal is grey or brownish-black sedimentary rock.
  • The formation of coal occurs over millions of years by a process known as carbonation.
  • In this process, dead vegetation is converted into carbon-rich coal under very high temperature, and pressure.

Hence, the correct option is (A). Coal mainly contains carbon.


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