JAMB Chemistry 2000 Question 36

Question 36

Carbon and its Compounds

The refreshing and characteristic taste of soda water and other soft drinks is as a result of the presence in them of

  1. A.carbon (IV) oxide
  2. B.carbon (II) oxide
  3. C.soda
  4. D.glucose
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Answer: A (carbon (IV) oxide)

Explanation

Soft drinks are carbonated: carbon (IV) oxide is dissolved in them under pressure, giving the fizz and slightly sharp taste.