JAMB Chemistry 1991 Question 22

Question 22

Mole Concept and Stoichiometry

What volume of CO2 at s.t.p would be obtained by reacting 10 cm3 of 0.1 M solution of anhydrous sodium trioxocarbonate (IV) with excess acid? [G.M.V at s.t.p = 22.4 dm3]

  1. A.2.240 cm3
  2. B.22.40 cm3
  3. C.224.0 cm3
  4. D.2240 cm3.
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Answer: B (22.40 cm3)

Explanation

Moles of Na2CO3 = 0.1 × 10/1000 = 0.001, giving 0.001 mol of CO2. Volume = 0.001 × 22 400 cm3 = 22.4 cm3.