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Which one of the following gases can be dried by passing it over solid quicklime?

  1. A
  2. B
  3. C
  4. D

Answer: A

is a basic oxide and reacts with acidic gases (, , ). It does not react with basic but absorbs moisture, so it is a suitable drying agent for it.
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