The burning of coal, gas, and oil for manufacturing and transportation is a major source of the increase in atmospheric carbon dioxide. The combustion of these fuels is a(n) reaction.

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The combustion of coal, gas, and oil involves the chemical reaction of these fuels with oxygen, leading to the production of carbon dioxide and water. This process is a classic example of an oxidation-reduction (redox) reaction, where the fuel is oxidized and oxygen is reduced.

The Burning of Coal, Gas, and Oil for Manufacturing and Transportation