A Test Used by Geologists to Determine If the Carbonate

Multiple Choice

A test used by geologists to determine if the carbonate ion is present in rock can be performed by dripping a hydrochloric acid solution on the sample and looking for the bubbling of carbon dioxide. How many moles of carbon dioxide are produced by the reaction of 0.75 moles of limestone, CaCO₃?

A) 2.35 moles
B) 2 moles
C) 1 mole
D) 0.75 moles