JAMB Chemistry 2004 Question 13

Question 13

Air

Which of the following mixtures of gases is likely to burn in flame?

  1. A.neon and hydrogen
  2. B.nitrogen and helium
  3. C.helium and neon
  4. D.neon and nitrogen
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (neon and hydrogen)

Explanation

Hydrogen is flammable, so the mixture containing hydrogen can burn; the other gases are inert or do not burn.