JAMB Chemistry 2000 Question 37

Question 37

Carbon and its Compounds

A form of carbon used for absorbing poisonous gases and purification of noble gases is

  1. A.wood charcoal
  2. B.animal charcoal
  3. C.carbon fibres
  4. D.carbon black
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (wood charcoal)

Explanation

Wood charcoal (activated) has a huge porous surface that adsorbs gases, so it is used in gas masks and to purify gases.