NEETChemistryGeneral Principles and Processes of Isolation of Metals
What substance is produced when zinc carbonate undergoes calcination?
Options
- AZnCO 3 (s)
- BZnO(s)
- CCO 2 (g)
- DZn(s)
Correct answer
B. ZnO(s)
Step-by-step solution
Calcination of zinc carbonate produces zinc oxide (ZnO) and carbon dioxide gas (CO 2 ).