The gas usually causing explosions in coal mines is – (1) Hydrogen (2) Carbon monoxide (3) Air (4) Methane

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(4) Methane Explanation: Firedamp is flammable gas found in coal mines. It is the name given to a number of flammable gases, especially methane.

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