JAMB Chemistry 1985 Question 40

Question 40

Hydrogen, Oxygen and Oxides

Which of the following substances is the most abundant in the universe?

  1. A.Carbon
  2. B.Air
  3. C.Water
  4. D.Oxygen
  5. E.Hydrogen
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Answer: E (Hydrogen)

Explanation

Hydrogen is the most abundant element in the universe; stars such as the sun are made mostly of hydrogen.