Chemistry 9701 · AS & A Level · Group 2

Group 2 — practice question

When heated, compound X gives off carbon dioxide gas and produces a white solid, Y. Neither X nor Y dissolves in water. Compound Y is used as a refractory lining for kilns. What is compound X?

  • A$\text{CaCO}_3$
  • B$\text{CaO}$
  • C$\text{MgCO}_3$
  • D$\text{MgO}$

Worked solution & mark scheme

This 1-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme.

  • Full mark scheme, point by point
  • Step-by-step worked solution
  • Write your answer & get it marked instantly by AI