When sulphuric acid reacts with egg shell, which gas is produced?

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When sulphuric acid reacts with egg shell, which gas is produced?

Answer: D. Carbon dioxide gasThe eggshell is primarily composed of calcium carbonate (CaCO₃). When sulphuric acid (H₂SO₄) reacts with calcium carbonate, the reaction produces: Calcium…

  1. A.

    Hydrogen gas

  2. B.

    Nitrogen gas

  3. C.

    Carbon monoxide

  4. D.

    Carbon dioxide gas

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Correct answer: D

The eggshell is primarily composed of calcium carbonate (CaCO₃).

When sulphuric acid (H₂SO₄) reacts with calcium carbonate, the reaction produces:

Calcium sulfate (CaSO₄)
Water (H₂O)
Carbon dioxide gas (CO₂)
Chemical Equation

The gas evolved is carbon dioxide (CO₂).

Therefore, the correct answer is Carbon dioxide gas.

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