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A _ reaction occurs when a substance usually containing carbon reacts with oxygen to produce energy in the form of light and heat.

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A COMBUSTION reaction occur when a substance ...........................................
Combustion reaction is also known as burning. It occurs when an hydrocarbon react with oxygen to yield carbon dioxide, water and energy in the form of light and heat. Combustion reaction can not take place in the absence of oxygen.
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