NEETChemistryChemical Equilibrium
What causes the brown color of NO 2 gas to decrease in intensity at low temperatures?
Options
- AThe brown color of NO 2 gas is temperature-independent.
- BThe forward reaction at low temperatures results in the formation of N 2 O 4 , which is colorless.
- CThe reverse reaction at low temperatures consumes NO 2 , causing the color to fade.
- DThe brown color becomes more intense at low temperatures.
Correct answer
B. The forward reaction at low temperatures results in the formation of N 2 O 4 , which is colorless.
Step-by-step solution
At low temperatures, the forward reaction of forming N 2 O 4 occurs, which is colorless, leading to a decrease in the intensity of the brown color of NO 2 gas.