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Which one of the following nitrates will decompose to give NO₂ on heating?

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Lithium nitrate decomposes uniquely, forming lithium oxide, NO₂, and O₂, unlike other alkali nitrates that form nitrite and O₂.
Updated On: Dec 26, 2024
  • NaNO₃
  • KNO₃
  • RbNO₃
  • LiNO₃
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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation

Lithium nitrate decomposes on heating to form lithium oxide, nitrogen dioxide, and oxygen gas: 4LiNO₃Δ​2Li₂O+4NO₂+O2​. Other alkali metal nitrates decompose to form the corresponding nitrite and oxygen gas.
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