KCET2019Chemistryp Block Elements (Group 15, 16, 17 & 18)
In the reaction of gold with aquaregia, oxidation state of Nitrogen changes from
Options
- A( +5 ) to ( +2 )
- B( +3 ) to ( +1 )
- C(+4 ) to ( +2 )
- D(+6 ) to ( +4 )
Correct answer
A. ( +5 ) to ( +2 )
Step-by-step solution
(A) ( Au +4 H ⁺+ NO ₃⁺⁵ ⁻+4 Cl ⁻ AuCl ⁻ ⁻+ NO ⁺² O +2 H ₂ O )