Why is a solution of KOH is used to absorb CO2 evolved during the estimation of carbon present in an organic compound?

Why is a solution of KOH is used to absorb CO₂ evolved during the estimation of carbon present in an organic compound?

Monjur Alahi

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2025-01-04 04:42

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Salim Ahmed Kawsar

CO₂ is acidic reacts with strong base KOH to form K₂CO₃

2KOH +CO₂ -----> K₂CO₃ + H₂O

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