S Block Elements Question 218
Question: On heating anhydrous $ Na_2CO_3 $ , …….. is evolved
[CPMT 1971, 79]
Options:
A) $ CO_2 $
B) Water vapour
C) $ CO $
D) No gas
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
Anhydrous form of $ Na_2CO_3 $ does not decompose on heating even to redness. It is a amorphous powder called soda ash.