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In the reaction to produce calcium carbide, what is the purpose of heating quick lime with coke?
ChemistryHydrocarbonsNEET
Options:
  • A To produce ethyne
  • B To obtain calcium oxide
  • C To form calcium hydroxide
  • D To generate carbon monoxide
Solution:
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The correct answer is: To obtain calcium oxide
The heating of quick lime with coke is done to obtain calcium oxide (CaO) as one of the products, and the primary purpose of this reaction is to produce calcium oxide.

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