Reactions of carbonates Flashcards
1
Q
What do buildings made out of limestone suffer from?
A
Acid rain
2
Q
How can you find out if the gas given off is carbon dioxide?
A
The limewater test
3
Q
Is Limewater an acid or an alkaline?
A
Alkaline
4
Q
Lime water is a solution of…?
A
Calcium hydroxide
5
Q
Does carbon dioxide react with limewater?
A
yes, because it is a weak acidic gas
6
Q
What is the possible reaction?
A
Calcium hydroxide (limewater) + Carbon dioxide —-> Calcium carbonate (precipitate) + Water