Heating compound $(A)$ produces a colorless gas and a residue $(B)$ which dissolves in water. Passing excess $CO_2$ gas through the aqueous solution of $(B)$ yields compound $(C)$,which is obtained in solid state. Gently heating compound $(C)$ gives back the white solid $(A)$. What is compound $(A)$?

  • A
    $CaSO_4 \cdot 2H_2O$
  • B
    $CaCO_3$
  • C
    $Na_2CO_3$
  • D
    $K_2CO_3$

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