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Complete and balance the following equation to show how sulfur in fossil fuels burns to form sulfur dioxide gas. S + O₂ →

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Step-by-step explanation:

The balanced chemical equation for the combustion of sulfur (S) in fossil fuels to form sulfur dioxide gas (SO₂) is as follows:

S + 2O₂ → SO₂

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