When MnO2 and H2SO4 are added to a salt (A), a greenish yellow gas is liberated. The salt (A) is :
- NH4Cl
- CaI2
- KNO3
- NaBr
Answer
(1) NH4Cl
Solution
Greenish yellow gas = Cl2 ⇒ salt contains Cl-
2NH4Cl + MnO2 + 2H2SO4 (NH4)2SO4 + MnSO4 + 2H2O + Cl2
∵ I- gives violet I2 vapour, Br- gives red-brown Br2, NO3- gives no halogen
Answer: (1)