Question R6 Q10 - MIT Science Bowl 2022

A solution of 0.1 molar sulfuric acid is added to a beaker, and two wires connected to a lightbulb are inserted in the beaker. A 0.1 molar solution of barium hydroxide is slowly dripped in using a buret. Which of the following statements is true regarding this experiment?

W) The lightbulb is initially lit, but dims and eventually goes out

X) The lightbulb is initially unlit, but starts glowing and gets brighter

Y) The lightbulb is initially lit, dims and goes out, then starts glowing again

Z) The lightbulb is initially unlit, reaches a maximum brightness, starts dimming, and eventually goes out

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