Question

why air or O2 oxygen is known as the supporter of combution​

Answer 1

Answer:

First, oxygen is not combustible, it supports combustion. The reaction of these two elements results in water molecules with different properties than the reactants. Water is usually a PRODUCT of combustion. If a fuel containing any hydrogen is burnt in a oxygen-containing gas, the result is water.

Answer 2

• Oxygen is not combustible it only support combustion.
• Burning takes place only in the presence of oxygen.That is why it is called supporter of combustion.

M o r e T o K n o w:

• Supporter of combustion: The gaseous environment that supports combustion or burning but doesn't itself burn is called supporter of combustion.
• Example: Oxygen,chlorine etc.