In normal chemical storage, the element sulfur remains unreacted with oxygen in the atmosphere. However, it is impossible for sulfur and oxygen to react spontaneously to form gaseous sulfur dioxide. This is most likely to happen:   A. rusting of iron B. combustion of methane C. at very low temperatures D. only in the presence of a catalyst E. oxidation of glucose

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In normal chemical storage, the element sulfur remains unreacted with oxygen in the atmosphere. However, it is impossible for sulfur and oxygen to react spontaneously to form gaseous sulfur dioxide. This is most likely to happen:

 

A. rusting of iron

B. combustion of methane

C. at very low temperatures

D. only in the presence of a catalyst

E. oxidation of glucose

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