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Post-UTME Chemistry 2017 Objective — Question 10

Question 10 of 20 from the Post-UTME Screening (Post-UTME) Chemistry 2017 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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CuSO4(aq) + H2S(g) -> CuS(s) + H2SO4(aq). In the reaction above, hydrogen sulphide acts as

  • A. a weak acid
  • B. a reducing agent
  • C. an oxidizing agent
  • D. a precipitating agentCorrect

Explanation

H2S provides sulphide ions that precipitate copper as insoluble CuS, acting as a precipitating agent.

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