On placing an inverted tumbler over a burning candle,

Question:

On placing an inverted tumbler over a burning candle, the flame extinguishes after some time. This is because of non-availability of

(a) oxygen

(b) water vapours

(c) carbon dioxide

(d) wax

Solution:

(a) The flame extinguishes because of non-availability of oxygen. Air or oxygen is necessary for combustion.

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