Manipal MET2019Chemistrys Block Elements
When CO ₂ is passed through solution of calcium hydroxide, which one of the following compound is precipitated?
Options
- ACa ( HCO ₃ )₂
- BCaO
- CCaCO ₃
- DCa ( OH )₂
Correct answer
C. CaCO ₃
Step-by-step solution
CO ₂ gas is passed in Ca ( OH )₂ solution the solution becomes milky white to form CaCO ₃ and if the CO ₂ is passed in excess the milky white solution become colourless due to the formation of Ca ( HCO ₃ )₂ . Ca ( OH )₂+ CO ₂ CaCO ₃ + H ₂ O