Incomplete combustion of carbon-containing materials occurs when ________.
A)there is insufficient oxygen to convert all of the carbon to carbon dioxide
B)there are sulfur impurities in the carbon-containing material
C)the carbon-containing material is a gas
D)the combustion flame is too hot
E)there is an excess of oxygen

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Incomplete combustion occurs when there is insufficient oxygen to convert all of the carbon to carbon dioxide. This results in the production of carbon monoxide and/or soot.

Incomplete Combustion of Carbon-Containing Materials Occurs When ________