MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #399

A student performs the dry distillation of 158 grams of Calcium Acetate. What is the maximum theoretical mass of Acetone produced in this reaction?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #399

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A student performs the dry distillation of 158 grams of Calcium Acetate. What is the maximum theoretical mass of Acetone produced in this reaction?

    • A) 100 grams
    • B) 58 grams
    • C) 44 grams
    • D) 116 grams

    Answer: 58 grams

    Explanation: Dry distillation of 1 mole (158g) of Calcium Acetate yields 1 mole (58g) of Acetone. Option A is the mass of Calcium Carbonate byproduct.