MHT CET202120 Sep 2021Morning ShiftChemistryp Block Elements (Group 15, 16, 17 & 18)Actual
Which among the following is NOT the use of SO ₂ gas?
Options
- AAs a preservative
- BIn manufacture of H ₂ SO ₄
- CWith conc. H ₂ SO ₄ it forms oleum
- DAs an antichlor
Correct answer
C. With conc. H ₂ SO ₄ it forms oleum
Step-by-step solution
Sulfur dioxide has the chemical composition of SO ₂ and is also commonly referred to as sulfurous acid anhydride, sulfurous anhydride, or sulfur oxide. Uses of Sulphur Dioxide In the food industries, as a food preservative. It acts as a bleaching agent to remove the excess chlorine and as a disinfectant. In cold storage plant, it acts as a refrigerant. It is used as a reagent and a solvent in the laboratory. In the preparation of sulfuric acid, sulfur trioxide, and sulfites SO ₃ forms oleum with H ₂ SO ₄