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what type of chemical reaction takes place in smokestack scrubbers?

2 SO2 (g) + 2 CaCO3(s) + 4 H2O --> 2 CaSO4 •2H2(s) + 2 H2CO3 (aq)

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  • Anonymous
    9 years ago
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    I think you know or why the formula. My understanding is that the sulfur dioxide is exposed to limestone and water producing gypsum. Sediment is collected and water is recycled to be used again.

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