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What type of reaction is combustion of coal? A. endothermic B. physical C. heat-absorbing D. exothermic

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Redox Reaction

Step-by-step explanation:

Burning coal is a chemical change called combustion. A combustion is the chemical reaction (redox reaction) of coal with oxygen O2. It is exothermic, which means it releases energy : hence the heat.

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Exothermic - hope that helps x
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