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Q1. [1]
Identify the product 'X' obtained in the following chemical reaction : CaCO₃ ⎯Δ→ 'X' + CO₂
  1. A Quick lime
  2. B Gypsum
  3. C Lime Stone
  4. D Plaster of Paris
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Model Answer

Option A – Quick lime

CaCO₃ $\xrightarrow{\Delta}$ CaO + CO₂

The product 'X' is Quick lime (Calcium oxide, CaO).

Source: Chapter 1, Section 1.2.1

Explanation

The thermal decomposition of calcium carbonate (limestone) gives calcium oxide (quick lime) and carbon dioxide. This is a standard decomposition reaction. The source passage (Ch. 1) identifies CaO as "Quick lime," which directly matches option A. Gypsum (CaSO₄·2H₂O) and Plaster of Paris are calcium sulphate compounds — unrelated to this reaction.

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