Why is the reaction flask corked during experiments verifying mass conservation?

Subject: General Awareness | Topic: Science | Difficulty: MEDIUM

Options

1. (A) To allow air circulation
2. (B) To cool the reaction mixture
3. (C) To increase the rate of reaction
4. (D) To prevent loss of matter

Verified Answer

Option (D): To prevent loss of matter

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