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25. Which of the following is represented in the highest percentage by volume in dry air? A. Carbon dioxide B. Hydrogen C. Nitrogen D. Oxygen

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The correct option is C. Nitrogen gas has the highest percentage by volume of all the gases that make up the air.
The composition of the air is as follows:
nitrogen = 78.09%
Oxygen = 20.95%
Argon = 0.93%
Carbon dioxide = 0.04%
water vapour = traces amount.

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