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When 1 carbon atom combines with 2 oxygen atoms, the resulting substance is called a(n) .?

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C+O2--->CO2
Carbon dioxide.
Reaction only happens if carbon is hot enough
And also if there isnt enough oxygen
2C+O2---->CO
Carbon monoxide . Which is poisonous to us
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Molecule, specifically carbon dioxide or CO2
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