Given below is the diagram of the experiment set up to show carbondioxide is given out during respiration. Label 'a' and 'b' in the diagram. Mention any two precautions to be taken during this experiment.:
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In the diagram given, a is KOH solution and b is water.
Precautions to be taken while performing the experiment:
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In the diagram given, a is KOH solution and b is water.
Precautions to be taken while performing the experiment:
- The apparatus should be air tight while performing the experiment to prevent the entry and exit of carbon dioxide.
- KOH should be prepared freshly or else it can react with carbon dioxide, forming potassium carbonate and water. As a result of which experiment will not lead proper results.
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