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`KO_(2)` ( potassium super oxide ) is used in space and submarines because it `:`

A

absorbs `CO_(2)` and increses `O_(2)` contents

B

eliminates moisture and increses `CO` contents

C

absorbs `CO_(2)`only

D

produces ozone

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`2KO_(2)+CO_(2)rarrK_(2)CO_(3)+(3)/(2)O_(2)`
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