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Preparation and Reactions of Carbon II Oxide

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Preparation and Reactions of Carbon II Oxide

Question

The flow chart below shows the preparation of carbon (II) oxide and its reaction.
FORM 3 Chemistry
a. Name the type of reaction that takes place between H2C2O2 and conc. H2SO4.
b. Write an equation for the production of B and C.
c. State two uses of carbon (II) oxide.

Answer

a. Dehydration
FORM 3 Chemistry
c.
-- Water gas - A fuel
-- Reducing agent in the extraction of metals


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