Chapter 12, Problem 4CHQ

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The chemical equation for acetic acid and limestone should be written.

Concept Introduction:

The limestone is water insoluble, but it dissolves in acid on reaction. Limestone when reacts with acid such as H₂SO₄, it dissolves to form calcium sulphate, carbon dioxide and water. The reaction is as follows:

${\text{CaCO}}_{\text{3}}+{\text{H}}_{\text{2}}{\text{SO}}_{\text{4}}\to {\text{CaSO}}_{\text{4}}+{\text{CO}}_{\text{2}}+{\text{H}}_{\text{2}}\text{O}$