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Which two elements make up about 99.9% of the sun?

Correct answer C. Hydrogen and Helium

Explanation

The sun is roughly 73 per cent hydrogen and 25 per cent helium by mass, with only tiny amounts of heavier elements such as oxygen, carbon and iron.

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