Chemistryhard · Past Paper
Which acid is used to identify the presence of carbonates?
AAcetic acid
BHydrochloric acid
CSulfuric acid
DCitric acid
✓ Correct Answer: B — Hydrochloric acid
Dilute HCl is typically used to test for carbonates as it causes immediate effervescence of CO2.
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