Concentrated nitric acid, upon long standing, turns yellow-brown due to the formation of
- (A)NO
- (B)✓ Correct
- (C)
- (D)
Answer: (B)
Solution
Concentrated nitric acid decomposes on exposure to light according to:
The nitrogen dioxide () formed is a brown gas that dissolves in the acid, giving it a yellow-brown color.
The nitrogen dioxide () formed is a brown gas that dissolves in the acid, giving it a yellow-brown color.
JEE Advanced · 2013 · 02 Jun 2013 · Paper 1 · Single correct option