The earth's earliest atmosphere was probably composed mainly of ________, which has/have since largely dissipated into space.

A. Oxygen
B. Water
C. Hydrogen and helium
D. Carbon dioxide and methane
E. Nitrogen and sulfur


Answer: C

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