JAMB Biology 2001 Question 16

Question 16

Respiration

The gas produced during tissue respiration can be identified by using

  1. A.calcium hydroxide
  2. B.copper sulphate
  3. C.calcium carbonate
  4. D.sodium hydroxide.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (calcium hydroxide)

Explanation

Carbon (IV) oxide turns lime water (calcium hydroxide solution) milky.