
Three beakers labeled as A, B and C each containing of water were taken. A small amount of , anhydrous and were added to the beakers A, B and C respectively. It was observed that there was an increase in the temperature of the solutions contained in beakers A and B, whereas in case of beaker C, the temperature of the solution falls. Which one of the following statement is (are) correct?
. In beakers A and B, the exothermic process has occurred.
. In beakers A and B, the endothermic process has occurred.
. In beaker C, the exothermic process has occurred.
. In beaker C, the endothermic process has occurred.


Important Questions on Chemical Reactions and Equations

Which among the following is (are) double displacement reaction(s)?

(i) the formation of silver by decomposition of silver chloride.
(ii) sublimation of silver chloride.
(iii) decomposition of chlorine gas from silver chloride.
(iv) oxidation of silver chloride.

Solid calcium oxide reacts vigorously with water to form calcium hydroxide accompanied by the liberation of heat. This process is called slaking of lime. Calcium hydroxide dissolves in water to form its solution called lime water. Which among the following is are true about slaking of lime and the solution formed?
(i) It is an endothermic reaction.
(ii) It is exothermic reaction.
(iii) The of the resulting solution will be more than seven.
(iv)The of the resulting solution will be less than seven.

Barium chloride on reacting with ammonium sulphate forms barium sulphate and ammonium chloride. Which of the following correctly represents the type of the reaction involved?
Displacement reaction
Precipitation reaction
Combination reaction
Double displacement reaction


Which of the following is(are) an endothermic process(es)?
(i) Dilution of sulphuric acid
(ii) Sublimation of dry ice
(iii) Condensation of water vapours
(iv) Evaporation of water

