Question

Describe preparation of acetylene from calcium carbide

Answer 1

Acetylene (useful for oxy-acetylene welding) is produced by reacting Calcium carbide (CaC2) with water. Calcium carbide is generated by the carbothermic reduction of lime (CaO) at 2000C. Lime can be produced by reducing limestone (calcium carbonate) in a furnace at 900C-1000C....

Answer 2

Answer:

Hello Mate ...!!!

Describe preparation of acetylene from calcium carbide ?

• Initiating reaction of calcium carbide with water in the acetylene generator.

• Utilizing various types of hydrocarbons.

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