Heating a solid compound $X$ produces $CO_2$ gas and a residue. Adding water to this residue produces compound $Y$. Passing excess $CO_2$ gas through a solution of $Y$ produces a clear solution $Z$. Boiling $Z$ regenerates compound $X$. What is compound $X$?

  • A
    $Ca(HCO_3)_2$
  • B
    $CaCO_3$
  • C
    $Na_2CO_3$
  • D
    $K_2CO_3$

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