Question:

To dry ammonia gas the drying agent used is

Updated On: May 12, 2024
  • conc. $\ce{H_2SO_4}$
  • $\ce{P_2O_5}$
  • quick lime
  • anhydrous $\ce{CaCl_2}$
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The Correct Option is C

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Moist $ {NH_3}$ is dried over quick lime $ {(CaO)}$. lt cannot be dried over cone. $ {H_2SO_4}$ or $ {P_2O_5}$ because being basic it forms Salts with them. Anhydrous $ {CaCl_2}$ also cannot be used because it forms a complex $ {CaCl_2.8NH_3}$ with ammonia.
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