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CHM 102 Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis in Organic Chemistry Objective Question
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Question

In Liebig's combustion method, what absorbs the carbon dioxide produced?
Options
A Anhydrous CaCl₂
B Potassium hydroxide (KOH) solution
Correct Answer
C Cupric oxide
D Sodium metal
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

CO₂ is absorbed by KOH solution (or soda lime) in a U-tube; the increase in mass gives the amount of CO₂ produced.

Hint

Alkaline solution absorbs CO₂.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis in Organic Chemistry
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 822 of 1999
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