BPSC – Combined Competitive Examination · Question 108
Which of the following are exothermic processes? i. Evaporation of water ii. Dilution of an acid (H₂SO₄) iii. Reaction of water with quicklime iv. Sublimation of camphor
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Answer: (B) ii and iii
Explanation
Evaporation and sublimation absorb heat; diluting H₂SO₄ and CaO + H₂O release heat.
- (A) Incorrect
Wrong: sublimation absorbs heat.
- (B) Correct
Correct: diluting acid and slaking lime both release heat.
- (C) Incorrect
Wrong: both are endothermic.
- (D) Incorrect
Wrong: evaporation is endothermic.