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WAEC Chemistry 2025 Theory — Question 32

Question 32 of 70 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Chemistry 2025 Theory paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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3(b)(i). Drops of compound X are added to calcium oxide to produce compound Y. Y reacts with ammonium chloride on heating to produce gas Z, which turns damp red litmus paper blue. Identify X, Y and Z.

Model answer

X: Water (H2O). Y: Calcium hydroxide, Ca(OH)2. Z: Ammonia, NH3.

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