JAMB Biology 2015 Objective — Question 37

Question 37 of 50 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Biology 2015 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

Which of the following compounds will liberate carbon(IV) oxide on reacting with sodium trioxocarbonate(IV)?

A. CH₃COOC₂H₅
B. CH₃COOHCorrect
C. CH₃CHO
D. CH₃COCH₃

Explanation

Acids (like ethanoic acid, CH₃COOH) react with carbonates to liberate carbon(IV) oxide.

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