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What is formed when sulfuric acid reacts with calcium carbonate?
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practice
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Topic
Reactions of acids
Question
- A. Calcium sulfate, water, and carbon dioxide
- B. Calcium chloride, water, and hydrogen
- C. Calcium carbonate and sulfur dioxide
- D. Calcium sulfate and hydrogen
Answer
Calcium sulfate, water, and carbon dioxide
Explanation
Sulfuric acid reacts with calcium carbonate to produce calcium sulfate, water, and carbon dioxide.
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