MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #283

A mixture containing 1 mole of calcium acetate and 1 mole of calcium formate is dry distilled. What is the theoretical yield of ethanal?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #283

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A mixture containing 1 mole of calcium acetate and 1 mole of calcium formate is dry distilled. What is the theoretical yield of ethanal?

    • A) 0.5 moles
    • B) 1.0 mole
    • C) 2.0 moles
    • D) 3.0 moles

    Answer: 2.0 moles

    Explanation: Dry distillation of a 1:1 mixture of calcium acetate and calcium formate produces 2 moles of ethanal. 1 mole is the yield for single salts.