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Carbon Dioxide (CO2)

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Carbon dioxide is a colorless gas naturally present in Earth's atmosphere. It is released through natural processes like respiration and volcanic eruptions but also through human activities such as burning fossil fuels. CO2 is a major greenhouse gas contributing to global warming.

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