Calculate the percent calcium oxide in the limestone sample


A limestone sample was analyzed for its calcium oxide (CaO) content. A 0.3333 g sample was dissolved in concentrated HCl. The calcium was precipitated by adding an excess of ammonium oxalate and sufficient ammonia to render the solution basic. The precipitate was filtered, washed, and then redissolved in dilute H2SO4. The oxalic acid formed in the solution required 43.33 mL of 1.888 x 10-2 M KMnO4 solution for complete titration. Calculate the percent calcium oxide in the limestone sample. You will need to write a balanced equation for the reaction that takes place during the titration

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Chemistry: Calculate the percent calcium oxide in the limestone sample
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