Question:

A gas that cannot be collected over water is

Updated On: Jun 14, 2022
  • $N_2$
  • $O_2$
  • $SO_2$
  • $PH_2$
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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation

$SO_2$ cannot be collected over water because it reacts with
water forming $H_2SO_3.$
$SO_2+H_2O \longrightarrow H_2SO_3$
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