MHT CET202416 May 2024Evening ShiftChemistryp Block Elements (Group 15, 16, 17 & 18)Actual
Identify a compound having properties of tear gas.
Options
- ASOCl ₂
- BCOCl ₂
- CCl ( CH ₂ )₂ ~S ( CH ₂ )₂ Cl
- DCCl ₃ NO ₂
Correct answer
D. CCl ₃ NO ₂
Step-by-step solution
The compound that is commonly associated with tear gas is chloropicrin, which has the chemical formula CCl ₃ NO ₂ . This compound is also known as trichloronitromethane. It is known for its use as a tear gas agent because it irritates the eyes and respiratory system, causing severe discomfort and sometimes even temporary blindness.