JAMB Chemistry Past Questions & Answers - Page 316

1,577.

Sodium hydroxide should be stored in properly closed containers because it?

A.

readily asborbs water vapour to air

B.

is easily oxidize by atmospheric oxygen

C.

turns golden yellow when exposed to light

D.

melts at a low temperature

Correct answer is A

NaOH pellets are deliquescent..so they easily absorb from the atmosphere when exposed

1,578.

The major component of the slag from the production of iron is?

A.

an alloy of calcium and iron

B.

coke

C.

impure iron

D.

calcium trioxosilicate (IV)

Correct answer is D

Blast furnace slag is a nonmetallic coproduct produced in the process. It consists primarily of silicates, aluminosilicates, and calcium-alumina-silicates

1,579.

Coal fire should not be used in poorly ventilated rooms because ?

A.

of the accumulation of CO2 which causes dep sleep

B.

it is usually too hot

C.

of the acumulation of CO which causes suffocation

D.

it removes most most of the gases in the rooms

Correct answer is C

No explanation has been provided for this answer.

1,580.

Which of the following metals will liberate hydrogen from steam or dilute acid?

A.

Copper

B.

Iron

C.

Lead

D.

Mercury

Correct answer is B

No explanation has been provided for this answer.