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What product is released into Earth's atmosphere through the combustion of
fossil fuels?

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Answer:

Carbon Monoxide

Step-by-step explanation:

Fossil fuels are hydrocarbons which only contain hydrogen and carbon.

When it is burnt in air, it reacts according to this general equation:

2(CH) + 3O2 >> H2O + CO + CO2

  • Carbondioxide
  • Carbon Monoxide
  • Water
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