CHEMISTRY

JAMB 2000 - Question 29

Chemistry 2000 JAMB Past Questions - Question 29: Powdered marble reacts faster with hydrochloric acid solution than the granular form because the powdered form has

Choose the correct answers from the options given.
Powdered marble reacts faster with hydrochloric acid solution than the granular form because the powdered form has
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Correct Answer

C

Explanation

a greater surface area, which allows for more contact between the marble and the hydrochloric acid solution. This increased surface area results in a faster reaction rate, as more marble particles are available to react with the acid at the same time.