$A$ solution of a substance '$X$' is used for testing carbon dioxide. Identify '$X$'. What will be its reaction with carbon dioxide? Write a balanced equation for the reaction.

Vedclass pdf generator app on play store
Vedclass iOS app on app store
(N/A) $(i)$ The substance '$X$' is lime water,which is a solution of calcium hydroxide,$Ca(OH)_{2}$.
$(ii)$ When carbon dioxide gas is passed through lime water,it reacts to form calcium carbonate,which is insoluble in water and makes the solution appear milky.
$(iii)$ The balanced chemical equation for the reaction is: $Ca(OH)_{2}(aq) + CO_{2}(g) \rightarrow CaCO_{3}(s) + H_{2}O(l)$.

Explore More

Similar Questions

Write a balanced chemical equation for each of the following reactions and also classify them.
$(a)$ Iron $(III)$ oxide on heating with carbon monoxide gas reacts to form solid iron and liberates carbon dioxide gas.
$(b)$ Hydrogen sulphide gas reacts with oxygen gas to form solid sulphur and liquid water.

State one basic difference between a physical change and a chemical change.

Which of the following is(are) an endothermic process(es)?
$(i)$ Dilution of sulphuric acid
$(ii)$ Sublimation of dry ice
$(iii)$ Condensation of water vapours
$(iv)$ Evaporation of water

Which of the following gases is used as a preservative in fruit juices and jams?

$(a)$ Give an example of a combination reaction which is exothermic.
$(b)$ Identify the oxidizing agent and reducing agent in the following reaction:
$H_{2}S + Cl_{2} \rightarrow 2HCl + S$
$(c)$ Name the phenomenon due to which the taste and smell of oily food changes when kept for a long time in the open. Suggest one method to prevent it.

Vedclass Products

For Students

Vedclass Test Series

Mock tests in real JEE/NEET style with performance analysis. 5-day free trial.

Start Free Trial
For Teachers

Exam Paper Generator

Generate Set A/B/C/D exam papers from 7.5L+ questions in 2 minutes. 3 chapters free.

Try Free
For Institutes

Online Exam Module

Live online exams with unlimited students, 360° analytics & white-label branding.

See Demo