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On passing a gas, ' X ', through Nessler's reagent, a brown precipitate is obtained. The gas ' X ' is
Options
- AH 2 S
- BCO 2
- CNH 3
- DCl 2
Correct answer
C. NH 3
Step-by-step solution
Nessler's reagent is an aqueous solution of potassium iodide, mercuric chloride, and potassium hydroxide. Its chemical formula is K 2 HgI 4 . It is used to detect the presence of ammonia. It turns into a pale brown colour in the presence of ammonia. Nessler’s Reagent Reaction: 2 K 2 HgI 4 ⏟ Nessler ' s reagent + NH 3 + 3 KOH → HgO . Hg NH 2 I ⏟ Iodide of Millon ' s base brown precipitate + 7 KI + 2 H 2 O