The most abundant constituent of atmospheric air is :
A
Carbon
B
Hydrogen
C
Oxygen
D
Nitrogen
Correct Answer: Nitrogen
Air is the name given to the atmosphere used in breathing and photosynthesis. Dry air contains roughly (by volume) 78.09% nitrogen, 20.95% oxygen, 0.93% argon, 0.039% carbon dioxide, and small amounts of other gases.