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WAEC Chemistry 2011 Objective — Question 22

Question 22 of 50 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Chemistry 2011 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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A gas that is collected by upward delivery is likely to be

  • A. A. heavier than air
  • B. B. insoluble in water
  • C. C. lighter than airCorrect
  • D. D. soluble in water

Explanation

When a gas is collected by upward delivery, it must be less dense (lighter) than air. A gas denser than air is collected by downward delivery.

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