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When a lot of dry powder of a substance X is released over a fire, the fire gets extinguished.
Name another susbtance which behaves like X.

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To solve the question, we need to identify a substance that behaves like substance X, which is a dry powder that can extinguish fire when released over it. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Function of Substance X**: - Substance X is a dry powder that, when released over a fire, extinguishes it. This indicates that it likely works by releasing a gas that displaces oxygen, which is essential for combustion. 2. **Identifying Substance X**: ...
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