X is a substance which liberates CO\(_2\) on treatment with concentrated H\(_2\)SO\(_4\). A warm solution of X can decolorize acidified KMnO\(_4\). X is

A.

HCOOH

B.

NaHCO\(_3\)

C.

FeCO\(_3\)

D.

H\(_2\)C\(_2\)O\(_4\)

Correct answer is D

It should be noted that for X to liberate CO\(_2\), X must be a carbonate or an oxalate. Since X decolorizes KMnO\(_4\), X must be an oxalate. 

Therefore, X is H\(_2\)C\(_2\)O\(_4\).