Limestone Flashcards
1
Q
What is the result of a test for carbon dioxide?
A
Limewater turns cloudy
2
Q
What is produced when calcium hydroxide reacts with carbon dioxide?
A
Calcium carbonate
3
Q
How do you produce calcium oxide from calcium carbonate?
A
By heating it
4
Q
What is limestone is mostly made of ?
A
Calcium carbonate
5
Q
Advantage of using concrete to make building foundations
A
It is strong when squashed
6
Q
Disadvantage of using concrete to make building foundations
A
It is worn away by acid rain
7
Q
Benefit of a limestone quarry
A
There is employment for local people
8
Q
Cost of a limestone quarry
A
- It causes acid rain.
- There is a lot of dust and noise.
