NEETChemistryp Block Elements (Group 15, 16, 17 & 18)
Which of the following is NOT a reaction of chlorine with substances?
Options
- AFormation of HCl from compounds containing hydrogen
- BOxidation of ferrous to ferric
- COxidation of sulfur dioxide to sulfur trioxide
- DOxidation of nitrogen gas (N 2 ) to form nitrogen oxides
Correct answer
D. Oxidation of nitrogen gas (N 2 ) to form nitrogen oxides
Step-by-step solution
Chlorine can react with nitrogen compounds, but it does not directly oxidize nitrogen gas (N 2 ) to form nitrogen oxides.