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Composition of Air Quiz

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What is air primarily considered?

A pure substance
A mixture (correct)
A compound
An element

Which of the following best describes the composition of air?

Single element compound
Diatomic molecule
Liquid solution
Homogeneous mixture of gases (correct)

What might air contain apart from obvious gases?

Various gaseous compounds (correct)
Solids suspended in liquid
Heavy metals
Atomic nuclei

Which of these statements is false regarding air?

<p>Air consists entirely of one type of gas. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is air typically classified based on its composition?

<p>As a complex mixture (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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What is air?

Air is a combination of different gases, not a single substance.

What are the main components of air?

Air is a mixture of gases like nitrogen, oxygen, and carbon dioxide.

Is air a compound?

The gases in air are not chemically bonded together, they are simply mixed.

Is the composition of air constant?

The proportions of the gases in air can vary depending on location and conditions.

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Why is air important?

Air is essential for life on Earth, providing oxygen for breathing and supporting many biological processes.