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On passing a gas, ‘X’, through Nessler’s reagent, a brown precipitate is obtained. The gas ‘X’ is

Updated On: Nov 15, 2024
  • $\text{H}_2\text{S}$
  • $\text{CO}_2$
  • $\text{NH}_3$
  • $\text{Cl}_2$
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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation

Nessler’s Reagent Reaction:  
\(2K_2HgI_4 + NH_3 + 3KOH \rightarrow Hg_2(NH_3)_2I_2 + 7KI + 2H_2O\)

In the reaction above, the formation of a brown precipitate is characteristic of ammonia gas (\( NH_3 \)).

The Correct Answer is: \( NH_3 \)

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