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JAMB Biology 2015 Objective — Question 5

Question 5 of 50 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Biology 2015 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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Which of the following drying agents is NOT suitable for drying hydrogen sulphide?

  • A. CaOCorrect
  • B. P₄O₁₀
  • C. CaCl₂
  • D. H₂SO₄

Explanation

CaO (a basic drying agent) would react with the acidic gas H₂S, so it is unsuitable for drying it.

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