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JAMB Chemistry 2021 Objective — Question 30

Question 30 of 41 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Chemistry 2021 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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The two factors to be considered before choosing a method for collecting a gas are

  • A. Solubility and densityCorrect
  • B. Boiling point and density
  • C. Solubility and melting point
  • D. Colour and density

Explanation

Two factors for gas collection: (i) Solubility — a gas that is very soluble in water cannot be collected over water (e.g. NH₃, HCl, SO₂); (ii) Density — determines upward or downward delivery.

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