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Question
A substance which reacts with oxygen giving heat is called a combustible substance. Which one of the following is a combustible substance?
Options
Iron nail
Glass
Stone piece
Wood
Solution
Wood
Explanation -
Wood is a combustible substance. It is a solid fuel and produces smoke during combustion.
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