Question
Which gas is most abundant in the Earth’s atmosphere by volume?
Solution
Nitrogen dominates the atmosphere with about 78 % by volume. Its presence helps dilute oxygen and other gases. Nitrogen becomes available to plants and then to animals, making it vital for forming proteins and nucleic acids in living organisms.Â
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