In the Reaction Between HCl and Na₂CO₃, Which Gas Is

question 80

Multiple Choice

In the reaction between HCl and Na₂CO₃, which gas is formed?

• A) H₂
• B) CH₄
• C) CO₂
• D) O₂

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