A gas was evolved when a sample of gastric juice reacted with sodium trioxocarbonate (IV)…

Chemistry WAEC 2001

A gas was evolved when a sample of gastric juice reacted with sodium trioxocarbonate (IV) . The gas evolved was

  • NH3
  • SO2
  • HCI
  • CO2 checkmark

The correct answer is: D

Explanation

Gastric juice is made up of hydrochloric acid, digestive enzymes, and other substances that help absorb nutrients. However, whenever a carbonate(IV) salt reacts with an acid (HCl), CO\(_2\) is evolved.

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