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Combustion is a chemical process that involves the rapid reaction between a substance with an oxidant, usually oxygen, to produce heat and light. The reaction is exothermic, meaning it releases energy. Here's an example: Burning wood is a combustion reaction where wood reacts with oxygen to produce carbon dioxide, water, and heat. The heat and light released from the reaction are what we see as fire.