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Which statement best explains the spontaneous combustion?

A

It is the ability of materials to burn with the help of some source of heat like flame or spark.

B

It is the ability of certain materials to start burning without any flame, spark, heat or ignition source.

C

It is the ability of certain materials to remain unburnt.

D

It is the ability of certain materials to burn without oxygen.

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The correct Answer is:
B

Spontaneous combustion takes place without any external source of heat.
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