Which element is the most abundant gas in Earth's atmosphere?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Nitrogen
- Step 1: Nitrogen makes up about 78 percent of air. Answer: Nitrogen. Why not the others: Oxygen is about 21 percent and the others are small fractions.
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