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JAMB Chemistry 1980 Question 39

Question 39

Acids, Bases and Salts

Which of the following statements is false?

  1. A.Acids react with some metals, liberating hydrogen.
  2. B.Acids react with carbonates, liberating carbondioxide
  3. C.Acids conduct electricity and are decomposed by the current, liberating hydrogen at the anode
  4. D.Acids have a sour taste
  5. E.Acids change the colour of indicators.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (Acids conduct electricity and are decomposed by the current, liberating hydrogen at the anode)

Explanation

Hydrogen ions are positive, so hydrogen is released at the cathode, not the anode. The other statements are true.