PRACTICAL CHEMISTRY MCQs for NEET UG CHEMISTRY — Mixed difficulty

1 Hard

Analyzing +4 | -1

A pale green crystalline inorganic salt (A) dissolves freely in water. It gives a brown precipitate on addition of aqueous

\mathrm{NaOH}.

The solution of (A) also gives a black precipitate on bubbling

\mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{S}

in alkaline medium. An aqueous solution of the (A) decolorizes the pink colour of the permanganate solution. The metal in the salt solution is

View answer and explanation

Correct option: D

Iron

Option D (Iron) is correct because ferrous salts are pale green, form brown precipitates with NaOH, black precipitates with H2S, and decolorize permanganate solutions.

Solution approach

Correct Answer + Core Reason: Iron. Ferrous salts exhibit the described properties.

Step-by-Step Solution:

Step 1: Analyze the given properties of the salt (A).

Step 2: Pale green crystalline salt suggests a ferrous ( ${Fe}^{2+}$ ) salt.

Step 3: Brown precipitate with aqueous ${NaOH}$ indicates the formation of iron(II) hydroxide, which is quickly oxidized to iron(III) hydroxide (brown precipitate).
$\mathrm{Fe}^{2+} + 2\mathrm{NaOH} \rightarrow \mathrm{Fe(OH)}_2(s) \rightarrow \mathrm{Fe(OH)}_3(s)$ (brown)

Step 4: Black precipitate with ${H}_2{S}$ in alkaline medium indicates the formation of iron(II) sulfide ( ${FeS}$ ).
$\mathrm{Fe}^{2+} + {H}_2{S} \rightarrow \mathrm{FeS}(s) + 2\mathrm{H}^+$

Step 5: Decolorizes the pink color of permanganate solution indicates that ${Fe}^{2+}$ is oxidized to ${Fe}^{3+}$ .
$\mathrm{MnO}_4^- + {Fe}^{2+} \rightarrow {Fe}^{3+} + \mathrm{Mn}^{2+}$

Why other options are wrong:
- Option A: Copper is wrong because copper salts are usually blue or green, not pale green.
- Option B: Aluminium is wrong because aluminium salts are colorless and do not form colored precipitates with ${NaOH}$ or ${H}_2{S}$ .
- Option C: Lead is wrong because lead salts form white precipitates with ${NaOH}$ and black precipitates with ${H}_2{S}$ , but lead salts are not typically pale green.

Key Concepts:
- Properties of transition metal ions
- Precipitation reactions
- Redox reactions
- Qualitative analysis

Memory Aids:
- Remember the characteristic colors and reactions of iron salts.

Quick Tips:
- Consider the oxidation states and characteristic reactions of the given metals.

2 Hard

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The rapid change of pH near the stoichiometric point of an acid-base titration in the basis of indicator detection. pH of the solution is related to ratio of the concentrations of the conjugated acid

(HIn)

and the base

(In)

forms of the indicator by the expression.

View answer and explanation

Correct option: A

\log \frac{\left[{In}^{-}\right]}{[H I n]}=p H-p H_{I n}

Option A (

\log \frac{\left[{In}^{-}\right]}{[H I n]}=p H-p H_{I n}

) is correct because it represents the Henderson-Hasselbalch equation applied to acid-base indicators, relating pH to the ratio of the conjugate base and acid forms of the indicator.

Solution approach

Correct Answer + Core Reason: $\log \frac{\left[{In}^{-}\right]}{[H I n]}=p H-p H_{I n}$ . This equation is derived from the acid dissociation constant of the indicator.

Step-by-Step Solution:

Step 1: An acid-base indicator is a weak acid (HIn) that dissociates in solution:\nHIn(aq) <=> H+(aq) + In-(aq)

Step 2: The acid dissociation constant ( $K_{In}$ ) is given by:
$K_{In} = \frac{[H^+][In^-]}{[HIn]}$

Step 3: Taking the logarithm of both sides:
$\log K_{In} = \log [H^+] + \log \frac{[In^-]}{[HIn]}$

Step 4: Rearranging the equation:
$\log \frac{[In^-]}{[HIn]} = \log K_{In} - \log [H^+]$

Step 5: Since pH = -log[H+] and $pK_{In}$ = -log $K_{In}$ :
$\log \frac{[In^-]}{[HIn]} = pH - pK_{In}$

Why other options are wrong:
- Option B: $\log \frac{\left[{In}^{-}\right]}{[{HIn}]}=p K_{{In}}-p H$ is incorrect because the pH and pK terms are reversed.
- Option C: $\log \frac{[H I n]}{\left[I n^{-}\right]}=p K_{I n}-p H$ is incorrect because the ratio of [HIn] to [In-] is inverted.
- Option D: $\log \frac{[H I n]}{\left[I n^{-}\right]}=p H-p K_{I n}$ is incorrect because the ratio of [HIn] to [In-] is inverted and the pH and pK terms are reversed.

Key Concepts:
- Acid-base indicators
- Acid dissociation constant
- Henderson-Hasselbalch equation

Memory Aids:
- Remember the Henderson-Hasselbalch equation: pH = pKa + log([A-]/[HA]

3 Medium

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Analyzing +4 | -1

On heating colourless solid

A,

gas

B

(liquid at room temp.) and gas

C

are formed.

A

is decomposed by

\mathrm{NaOH}

on heating to form gas

D

giving white fumes with

\mathrm{HCl}.

Gas

{C}

occupies

800 \mathrm{~ml} / \mathrm{g}

at N.T.P. Hence

A

is

View answer and explanation

Correct option: D

\mathrm{NH}_4 \mathrm{NO}_2

Option D (

\mathrm{NH}_4 \mathrm{NO}_2

) is correct because ammonium nitrite decomposes upon heating to give nitrogen gas and water, and reacts with NaOH to produce ammonia gas.

Solution approach

Correct Answer + Core Reason: $\mathrm{NH}_4 \mathrm{NO}_2$ . It decomposes to give ${N}_2$ and ${H}_2{O}$ , and reacts with ${NaOH}$ to give ${NH}_3$ .

Step-by-Step Solution:

Step 1: Analyze the decomposition products of A.

Step 2: A decomposes to gas B (liquid at room temperature, likely water) and gas C.

Step 3: A is decomposed by ${NaOH}$ to form gas D, which gives white fumes with ${HCl}$ (likely ${NH}_3$ ).

Step 4: Gas C occupies $800 \mathrm{~ml} / \mathrm{g}$ at N.T.P. This suggests that gas C is ${N}_2$ (molar volume is $22.4 \mathrm{L} / \mathrm{mol}$ , molar mass is 28 g/mol, so volume per gram is $22400 / 28 = 800 \mathrm{ml} / \mathrm{g}$ ).

Step 5: Based on the products, A is likely ammonium nitrite ( $\mathrm{NH}_4 \mathrm{NO}_2$ ).
$\mathrm{NH}_4 \mathrm{NO}_2 \rightarrow {N}_2 + 2{H}_2{O}$
$\mathrm{NH}_4 \mathrm{NO}_2 + {NaOH} \rightarrow {NaNO}_2 + {NH}_3 + {H}_2{O}$

Why other options are wrong:
- Option A: $\mathrm{NH}_4 \mathrm{NO}_3$ is wrong because it decomposes to ${N}_2{O}$ and ${H}_2{O}$ , not ${N}_2$ and ${H}_2{O}$ .
- Option B: $\mathrm{NaNO}_2$ is wrong because it does not decompose to give a gas C and a liquid B.
- Option C: $\mathrm{NH}_4 \mathrm{Cl}$ is wrong because it does not decompose to give gas C and liquid B.

Key Concepts:
- Decomposition reactions
- Reactions of ammonium salts
- Qualitative analysis

Memory Aids:
- Remember the decomposition products of ammonium salts.

Quick Tips:
- Analyze the reaction products to identify the unknown compound.

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Application +4 | -1

Standard

HCl

solution is titrated to a pink phenolphthalein endpoint by adding a

\mathrm{NaOH}

solution while stirring. If a solution becomes pink throughout but loses its color upon standing for a short time, what should be done to restore the color?

View answer and explanation

Correct option: B

Add an additional drop of

\mathrm{NaOH}

solution

The correct answer is B because the pink color fading indicates the solution is becoming less basic, so adding NaOH will restore the basic conditions needed for phenolphthalein to be pink.

Solution approach

Correct Answer + Core Reason: Add an additional drop of $\mathrm{NaOH}$ solution. The pink color fades because the solution is losing its basicity.

Step-by-Step Solution:

Step 1: Understand the behavior of phenolphthalein indicator.

Step 2: Phenolphthalein is pink in basic solutions and colorless in acidic solutions.

Step 3: The pink color fading indicates the solution is becoming less basic.

Step 4: Adding $\mathrm{NaOH}$ will increase the basicity and restore the pink color.

Why other options are wrong:
- Option A: Adding more phenolphthalein will not change the pH of the solution.
- Option C: Adding $\mathrm{HCl}$ will make the solution more acidic and further diminish the pink color.
- Option D: Stirring will not change the pH of the solution.

Key Concepts:
- Acid-base indicators
- Phenolphthalein
- pH and basicity

Memory Aids:
- Phenolphthalein: Pink in base, colorless in acid

Quick Tips:
- Consider the pH range of the indicator and the effect of adding acid or base.

5 Hard

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How many moles of

\mathrm{KMnO}_4

are needed to oxidised a mixture of 1 mole of each

\mathrm{FeSO}_4

&

\mathrm{FeC}_2 \mathrm{O}_4

in acidic medium

View answer and explanation

Correct option: A

\frac{4}{5}

Option A (

\frac{4}{5}

) is correct because KMnO4 oxidizes FeSO4 to Fe3+ (1 electron) and FeC2O4 to Fe3+ and CO2 (3 electrons), requiring a total of 4 electrons from KMnO4.

Solution approach

Correct Answer + Core Reason: $\frac{4}{5}$ . KMnO4 oxidizes FeSO4 to Fe3+ (1 electron) and FeC2O4 to Fe3+ and CO2 (3 electrons), requiring a total of 4 electrons from KMnO4.

Step-by-Step Solution:\nStep 1: Write the balanced equations for the oxidation of FeSO4 and FeC2O4 by KMnO4 in acidic medium.\nStep 2: Determine the number of moles of electrons transferred in each reaction.\nStep 3: Calculate the total number of moles of electrons transferred.\nStep 4: Calculate the number of moles of KMnO4 required.

$FeSO_4 \rightarrow Fe^{3+} + e^-$
$FeC_2O_4 \rightarrow Fe^{3+} + 2CO_2 + 3e^-$
$MnO_4^- + 8H^+ + 5e^- \rightarrow Mn^{2+} + 4H_2O$ \nTotal number of moles of electrons transferred = 1 + 3 = 4 moles\nSince 1 mole of $KMnO_4$ accepts 5 moles of electrons, the number of moles of $KMnO_4$ required is:
$\frac{4}{5}$ moles

Why other options are wrong:
- Option B: $\frac{5}{4}$ : Incorrect ratio.
- Option C: $\frac{3}{4}$ : Incorrect calculation of electrons transferred.
- Option D: $\frac{5}{3}$ : Incorrect ratio.

Key Concepts:
- Redox reactions
- Stoichiometry

Memory Aids:
- Remember the number of electrons transferred in each oxidation reaction.

Quick Tips:
- Balance the chemical equations to determine the stoichiometry.

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In V group,

\left(\mathrm{NH}_4\right)_2 \mathrm{CO}_3

is added to precipitate out the carbonates. We do not add

\mathrm{Na}_2 \mathrm{CO}_3

because

View answer and explanation

Correct option: C

\mathrm{MgCO}_3

will be precipitated out in

\mathrm{V}

group

Option C (

\mathrm{MgCO}_3

will be precipitated out in

\mathrm{V}

group) is correct because

\mathrm{Na}_2\mathrm{CO}_3

would increase the concentration of carbonate ions, leading to the precipitation of

\mathrm{MgCO}_3

along with the group V carbonates, interfering with the analysis.

Solution approach

Correct Answer + Core Reason: $\mathrm{MgCO}_3$ will be precipitated out in $\mathrm{V}$ group. $\mathrm{Na}_2\mathrm{CO}_3$ would precipitate $\mathrm{MgCO}_3$ along with Group V carbonates.

Step-by-Step Solution:

Step 1: In Group V analysis, the cations are precipitated as carbonates using ammonium carbonate (( $\mathrm{NH}_4)_2\mathrm{CO}_3$ ).

Step 2: Magnesium ions ( $Mg^{2+}$ ) are also present in the solution.

Step 3: If sodium carbonate ( $\mathrm{Na}_2\mathrm{CO}_3$ ) is used instead of ammonium carbonate, the higher concentration of carbonate ions will cause magnesium carbonate ( $MgCO_3$ ) to precipitate along with the Group V carbonates.

Step 4: This would interfere with the subsequent analysis of Group V cations.

Step 5: Ammonium carbonate is preferred because the ammonium ions suppress the ionization of magnesium hydroxide, preventing the precipitation of magnesium hydroxide or carbonate.

Why other options are wrong:
- Option A: $\mathrm{CaCO}_3$ is not soluble in $\mathrm{Na}_2\mathrm{CO}_3$ .
- Option B: $\mathrm{Na}_2\mathrm{CO}_3$ does not increase the solubility of Group V carbonates; it decreases it by the common ion effect.
- Option D: The correct answer is C.

Key Concepts:
- Qualitative analysis
- Group V cations
- Precipitation reactions
- Common ion effect

Memory Aids:
- Remember that magnesium ions can interfere with Group V analysis if sodium carbonate is used.

Quick Tips:
- Understand the role of each reagent in qualitative analysis.

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\mathrm{As}_2 \mathrm{S}_3

dissolves in a solution of yellow ammonium sulphide to give:

View answer and explanation

Correct option: A

\left(\mathrm{NH}_4\right)_3 \mathrm{AsS}_4

Option A (

\left(\mathrm{NH}_4\right)_3 \mathrm{AsS}_4

) is correct because

\mathrm{As}_2\mathrm{S}_3

reacts with yellow ammonium sulfide to form ammonium thioarsenate.

Solution approach

Correct Answer + Core Reason: $\left(\mathrm{NH}_4\right)_3 \mathrm{AsS}_4$ . $\mathrm{As}_2\mathrm{S}_3$ reacts with yellow ammonium sulfide to form ammonium thioarsenate.

Step-by-Step Solution:

Step 1: Write the reaction between $\mathrm{As}_2\mathrm{S}_3$ and yellow ammonium sulfide, which is primarily $(\mathrm{NH}_4)_2\mathrm{S}_x$ , where x > 1.

Step 2: The reaction is: $\mathrm{As}_2\mathrm{S}_3 + 3(\mathrm{NH}_4)_2\mathrm{S}_x \rightarrow 2(\mathrm{NH}_4)_3\mathrm{AsS}_3 + (3x-3)S$ \nHowever, since the ammonium sulfide is yellow, it contains excess sulfur, which further reacts with $(\mathrm{NH}_4)_3\mathrm{AsS}_3$ to form $(\mathrm{NH}_4)_3\mathrm{AsS}_4$ .

Step 3: The overall reaction is: $\mathrm{As}_2\mathrm{S}_3 + 3(\mathrm{NH}_4)_2\mathrm{S}_2 \rightarrow 2(\mathrm{NH}_4)_3\mathrm{AsS}_4$

Step 4: The product formed is ammonium tetrathioarsenate, $(\mathrm{NH}_4)_3\mathrm{AsS}_4$ .

Why other options are wrong:
- Option B: $\left(\mathrm{NH}_4\right)_3 \mathrm{AsS}_5$ is not the correct formula for the product.
- Option C: $\left(\mathrm{NH}_4\right)_2 \mathrm{AsO}_2$ contains oxygen and is not formed in this reaction.
- Option D: $\left(\mathrm{NH}_4\right)_3 \mathrm{AsS}_3$ is an intermediate but not the final product in yellow ammonium sulfide.

Key Concepts:
- Qualitative analysis
- Reactions of sulfides

Memory Aids:
- Remember that yellow ammonium sulfide contains excess sulfur.

Quick Tips:
- Balance the chemical equation to determine the correct product.

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Which is the safest method for performing a
flame test?

View answer and explanation

Correct option: C

Soak a wooden splint in an aqueous solution
of the metal salt, then burn the splint in the
flame from a Bunsen burner

Option C (Soak a wooden splint in an aqueous solution of the metal salt, then burn the splint in the flame from a Bunsen burner) is the safest method because it avoids the use of flammable solvents like methanol and provides a controlled way to introduce the metal salt into the flame.

Solution approach

Correct Answer + Core Reason: Soak a wooden splint in an aqueous solution of the metal salt, then burn the splint in the flame from a Bunsen burner. This method is the safest and most controlled.

Step-by-Step Solution:

Step 1: Flame tests are used to identify metal ions based on the color of the flame they produce when heated.

Step 2: The safest method involves using a wooden splint soaked in an aqueous solution of the metal salt.

Step 3: The splint is then carefully introduced into the flame of a Bunsen burner.

Step 4: This method avoids the use of flammable organic solvents and provides a controlled way to introduce the metal salt into the flame.

Why other options are wrong:
- Option A: Dissolving the metal salt in methanol and squirting it into a lit Bunsen burner is dangerous due to the flammability of methanol and the risk of uncontrolled burning.
- Option B: Dissolving the metal salt in methanol and pouring it into a crystallizing dish is also dangerous due to the large amount of flammable methanol being used.
- Option D: Heating the splint on top of a ceramic hotplate will not produce a flame and will not allow for the observation of the characteristic flame color.

Key Concepts:
- Flame tests
- Qualitative analysis

Memory Aids:
- Use aqueous solutions and wooden splints for safer flame tests.

Quick Tips:
- Always prioritize safety when performing chemical experiments.

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Remembering +4 | -1

Lassaigne’s test is used in qualitative analysis to detect

View answer and explanation

Correct option: D

All

The correct answer is D (All) because Lassaigne's test is used to detect nitrogen, sulfur, and halogens in organic compounds.

Solution approach

Correct Answer + Core Reason: All. Lassaigne's test is used to detect nitrogen, sulfur, and halogens.

Step-by-Step Solution:

Step 1: Lassaigne's test involves fusing the organic compound with sodium metal.

Step 2: This converts the elements present into ionic forms: nitrogen to sodium cyanide ( $NaCN$ ), sulfur to sodium sulfide ( $Na_2S$ ), and halogens to sodium halides ( $NaX$ , where X = Cl, Br, I).

Step 3: These ionic compounds can then be detected by simple chemical tests.

Why other options are wrong:
- **Option A ( $N$ ): While Lassaigne's test does detect nitrogen, it also detects other elements.
- Option B ( $S$ ): While Lassaigne's test does detect sulfur, it also detects other elements.
- Option C ( $Cl$ ): While Lassaigne's test does detect chlorine, it also detects other elements.

Key Concepts:
- Lassaigne's test
- Detection of N, S, and halogens
- Qualitative analysis

Memory Aids:
- Lassaigne's = N, S, Halogens (think of the acronym NHS)

Quick Tips:**
- Remember that Lassaigne's test is a general test for multiple elements, not just one.

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When bismuth chloride is poured into a large volume of water the white precipitate produced is

View answer and explanation

Correct option: C

\mathrm{BiOCl}

Option C (

\mathrm{BiOCl}

) is correct because bismuth chloride reacts with water to form bismuth oxychloride as a white precipitate.

Solution approach

Correct Answer + Core Reason: $\mathrm{BiOCl}$ . Bismuth chloride undergoes hydrolysis to form bismuth oxychloride.

Step-by-Step Solution:
Step 1: Bismuth chloride ( $BiCl_3$ ) reacts with water ( $H_2O$ ).
Step 2: The reaction forms bismuth oxychloride ( $BiOCl$ ) and hydrochloric acid ( $HCl$ ). The balanced equation is: $BiCl_3 + H_2O \rightleftharpoons BiOCl + 2HCl$
Step 3: Bismuth oxychloride ( $BiOCl$ ) precipitates out as a white solid.

Why other options are wrong:
- Option A: $\mathrm{Bi(OH)}_3$ is not the primary product of the reaction between bismuth chloride and water. While bismuth hydroxide can form, it's less stable and readily converts to BiOCl.
- Option B: $\mathrm{Bi}_2 \mathrm{O}_3$ is bismuth oxide, which is not directly formed in this reaction.
- Option D: $\mathrm{Bi}_2 \mathrm{OCl}_3$ is not a known stable compound formed in this reaction.

Key Concepts:
- Hydrolysis of metal halides
- Precipitation reactions
- Formation of complex ions

Memory Aids:
- Remember that bismuth halides tend to form oxyhalides in water.

Quick Tips:
- Consider the relative stability of different bismuth compounds in aqueous solutions.

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Analyzing +4 | -1

In which of the following solvents,

\mathrm{AgBr}

will have the highest solubility

View answer and explanation

Correct option: B

10^{-3} \mathrm{~M} \mathrm{~NH}_4 \mathrm{OH}

Option B (

10^{-3} \mathrm{~M} \mathrm{~NH}_4 \mathrm{OH}

) is correct because

\mathrm{AgBr}

forms a complex with ammonia, increasing its solubility.

Solution approach

Correct Answer + Core Reason: $10^{-3} \mathrm{~M} \mathrm{~NH}_4 \mathrm{OH}$ . $\mathrm{AgBr}$ forms a complex with ammonia, increasing its solubility.

Step-by-Step Solution:

Step 1: Consider the solubility of $\mathrm{AgBr}$ in different solvents.

Step 2: $\mathrm{AgBr}$ is sparingly soluble in pure water.

Step 3: In $10^{-3} \mathrm{~M} \mathrm{~NaBr}$ and $10^{-3} \mathrm{~M} \mathrm{~HBr}$ , the solubility of $\mathrm{AgBr}$ is suppressed due to the common ion effect.

Step 4: In $10^{-3} \mathrm{~M} \mathrm{~NH}_4 \mathrm{OH}$ , $\mathrm{AgBr}$ forms a complex ion, $[\mathrm{Ag}(\mathrm{NH}_3)_2]^+$ , which increases its solubility.
$\mathrm{AgBr}(s) + 2\mathrm{NH}_3(aq) \rightleftharpoons [\mathrm{Ag}(\mathrm{NH}_3)_2]^+(aq) + \mathrm{Br}^-(aq)$

Why other options are wrong:
- Option A: $10^{-3} \mathrm{~M} \mathrm{~NaBr}$ is wrong because the common ion effect of $\mathrm{Br}^-$ decreases the solubility of $\mathrm{AgBr}$ .
- Option C: Pure water is wrong because $\mathrm{AgBr}$ is sparingly soluble in pure water, and the solubility is less than in ammonia solution.
- Option D: $10^{-3} \mathrm{~M} \mathrm{~HBr}$ is wrong because the common ion effect of $\mathrm{Br}^-$ decreases the solubility of $\mathrm{AgBr}$ .

Key Concepts:
- Solubility product
- Common ion effect
- Complex formation

Memory Aids:
- Remember that silver halides are soluble in ammonia due to complex formation.

Quick Tips:
- Consider the common ion effect and complex formation when determining solubility.

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Analyzing +4 | -1

Which one among the following pairs of ions cannot be separated by

{H}_2 {S}

in dilute

{HCl}?

View answer and explanation

Correct option: A

\mathrm{Bi}^{3+}, \mathrm{Sn}^{4+}

Option A (

\mathrm{Bi}^{3+}, \mathrm{Sn}^{4+}

) is correct because both

\mathrm{Bi}^{3+}

and

\mathrm{Sn}^{4+}

form sulfide precipitates in dilute

{HCl}

, so they cannot be separated using

{H}_2{S}

in dilute

{HCl}

.

Solution approach

Correct Answer + Core Reason: $\mathrm{Bi}^{3+}, \mathrm{Sn}^{4+}$ . Both form sulfide precipitates under acidic conditions.

Step-by-Step Solution:

Step 1: Consider the group II cations which precipitate as sulfides in dilute ${HCl}$ .

Step 2: $\mathrm{Bi}^{3+}$ and $\mathrm{Sn}^{4+}$ both belong to group II and precipitate as ${Bi}_2{S}_3$ and ${SnS}_2$ respectively in dilute ${HCl}$ .

Step 3: $\mathrm{Hg}^{2+}$ precipitates as ${HgS}$ in acidic medium.

Step 4: $\mathrm{Cu}^{2+}$ precipitates as ${CuS}$ in acidic medium.

Step 5: $\mathrm{Al}^{3+}$ and $\mathrm{Zn}^{2+}$ do not precipitate as sulfides in dilute ${HCl}$ .

Step 6: $\mathrm{Ni}^{2+}$ precipitates as ${NiS}$ at higher pH.

Why other options are wrong:
- Option B: $\mathrm{Al}^{3+}, \mathrm{Hg}^{2+}$ is wrong because $\mathrm{Hg}^{2+}$ precipitates as ${HgS}$ while $\mathrm{Al}^{3+}$ does not precipitate in dilute ${HCl}$ .
- Option C: $\mathrm{Zn}^{2+}, \mathrm{Cu}^{2+}$ is wrong because $\mathrm{Cu}^{2+}$ precipitates as ${CuS}$ while $\mathrm{Zn}^{2+}$ does not precipitate in dilute ${HCl}$ .
- Option D: $\mathrm{Ni}^{2+}, \mathrm{Cu}^{2+}$ is wrong because $\mathrm{Cu}^{2+}$ precipitates as ${CuS}$ in dilute ${HCl}$ while $\mathrm{Ni}^{2+}$ does not.

Key Concepts:
- Group II cations
- Sulfide precipitation
- Qualitative analysis

Memory Aids:
- Remember the group II cations and their sulfide precipitates.

Quick Tips:
- Consider the pH dependence of sulfide precipitation.

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A

\mathrm{NaOH}

solution is to be standardized by titrating it against a known mass of potassium hydrogen phthalate. Which procedure will give a molarity of

\mathrm{NaOH}

that is too low?

View answer and explanation

Correct option: C

Neglecting to fill the tip of the buret with

\text{NaOH}

solution before titrating

Option C (Neglecting to fill the tip of the buret with

\text{NaOH}

solution before titrating) is correct because it results in a smaller volume of NaOH being used than recorded.

Solution approach

Correct Answer + Core Reason: Neglecting to fill the tip of the buret with $\text{NaOH}$ solution before titrating. This leads to an overestimation of the volume of NaOH required, hence a lower calculated molarity.

Step-by-Step Solution:

Step 1: Understand the Titration Process: Titration is a quantitative chemical analysis method used to determine the concentration of an unknown solution by reacting it with a solution of known concentration (standard solution).

Step 2: Molarity Calculation: Molarity (M) is calculated as:
$M = \frac{\text{Moles of solute}}{\text{Volume of solution in liters}}$
In this case, $M_{\text{NaOH}} = \frac{\text{Moles of potassium hydrogen phthalate}}{\text{Volume of NaOH used}}$

Step 3: Analyze the given scenarios:
- A. Deliberately weighing one half the recommended amount of potassium hydrogen phthalate: This would lead to a lower volume of NaOH being used, resulting in the correct molarity.
- B. Dissolving the potassium hydrogen phthalate in more water than is recommended: This does not affect the number of moles of potassium hydrogen phthalate, so the molarity of NaOH will be correct.
- C. Neglecting to fill the tip of the buret with $\text{NaOH}$ solution before titrating: This means the initial buret reading is not accurate. The volume of NaOH used will be overestimated, leading to a lower calculated molarity.
- D. Losing some of the potassium hydrogen phthalate solution from the flask before titrating: This would decrease the moles of potassium hydrogen phthalate, leading to a lower volume of NaOH used, resulting in the correct molarity.

Step 4: Conclusion: Neglecting to fill the buret tip causes the recorded volume of NaOH to be higher than the actual volume delivered, resulting in a lower calculated molarity.

Why other options are wrong:
- Option A: Deliberately weighing one half the recommended amount of potassium hydrogen phthalate will result in using half the volume of NaOH, but the calculated molarity will still be accurate.
- Option B: Dissolving the potassium hydrogen phthalate in more water does not change the number of moles of potassium hydrogen phthalate, so the molarity calculation will be accurate.
- Option D: Losing some of the potassium hydrogen phthalate solution from the flask will result in a lower volume of NaOH being used, but the calculated molarity will still be accurate.

Key Concepts:
- Titration
- Molarity Calculation
- Standardization of Solutions

Memory Aids:
- Molarity = Moles/Volume

Quick Tips:
- Always ensure the buret tip is filled before starting a titration to avoid inaccurate volume readings.

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A purple coloured solution is added from a burette to

\mathrm{FeSO}_4

solution kept in the flask. After sometime, the purple colour changes to light pink. The ion formed from that solution is

View answer and explanation

Correct option: D

\mathrm{Mn}^{2+}

Option D (

\mathrm{Mn}^{2+}

) is correct because the purple permanganate ion (

\mathrm{MnO}_4^−

) is reduced to the nearly colorless manganese(II) ion (

\mathrm{Mn}^{2+}

) when it reacts with

\mathrm{FeSO}_4

.

Solution approach

Correct Answer + Core Reason: $\mathrm{Mn}^{2+}$ . Permanganate ion ( $MnO_4^−$ ) is reduced to $Mn^{2+}$ when reacting with $FeSO_4$ .

Step-by-Step Solution:
Step 1: The purple colored solution is potassium permanganate ( $KMnO_4$ ), which contains the permanganate ion ( $MnO_4^−$ ).
Step 2: The permanganate ion is a strong oxidizing agent and oxidizes ferrous ions ( $Fe^{2+}$ ) in the $FeSO_4$ solution to ferric ions ( $Fe^{3+}$ ).
Step 3: The permanganate ion is reduced to manganese(II) ions ( $Mn^{2+}$ ) in the process.
Step 4: The balanced reaction is: $MnO_4^− + 8H^+ + 5Fe^{2+} \rightarrow Mn^{2+} + 5Fe^{3+} + 4H_2O$
Step 5: The $Mn^{2+}$ ion is nearly colorless, causing the purple color to fade to light pink (due to the presence of $Fe^{3+}$ ).

Why other options are wrong:
- Option A: $\mathrm{MnO}_4^{-}$ : This is the reactant (permanganate ion), which is purple, not the product that causes the color change.
- Option B: $\mathrm{Fe}^{2+}$ : This is the reactant (ferrous ion) that is oxidized, not the product that causes the color change.
- Option C: $\mathrm{Fe}^{3+}$ : This is a product (ferric ion), but it is yellow/brownish, not the direct cause of the color change from purple to light pink. The disappearance of the purple $MnO_4^−$ and the formation of nearly colorless $Mn^{2+}$ is the primary reason for the color change.

Key Concepts:
- Redox titrations
- Oxidation-reduction reactions
- Permanganate titrations

Memory Aids:
- Remember that permanganate ( $MnO_4^−$ ) is reduced to $Mn^{2+}$ in acidic solution.

Quick Tips:
- Know the common oxidizing and reducing agents and their color changes.

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In the precipitation of the iron group (III) in qualitative analysis, ammonium chloride is added before adding ammonium hydroxide to:

View answer and explanation

Correct option: B

Decrease concentration of

{ }^{-} \mathrm{OH}

ions

Option B (Decrease concentration of

{ }^{-} \mathrm{OH}

ions) is correct because ammonium chloride decreases the hydroxide ion concentration through the common ion effect, preventing the precipitation of group III hydroxides before group IV sulfides.

Solution approach

Correct Answer + Core Reason: Decrease concentration of ${ }^{-} \mathrm{OH}$ ions. Ammonium chloride suppresses the ionization of ammonium hydroxide, decreasing the hydroxide ion concentration.

Step-by-Step Solution:
Step 1: Ammonium hydroxide ( $NH_4OH$ ) is a weak base and dissociates in water as follows: $NH_4OH \rightleftharpoons NH_4^+ + OH^-$
Step 2: Ammonium chloride ( $NH_4Cl$ ) is a strong electrolyte and dissociates completely in water: $NH_4Cl \rightarrow NH_4^+ + Cl^-$
Step 3: Adding $NH_4Cl$ increases the concentration of $NH_4^+$ ions in the solution. This shifts the equilibrium of $NH_4OH$ dissociation to the left, according to Le Chatelier's principle.
Step 4: The shift to the left decreases the concentration of $OH^-$ ions in the solution, preventing the precipitation of group III hydroxides (e.g., $Fe(OH)_3$ , $Al(OH)_3$ ) before the group IV cations can be precipitated as sulfides.

Why other options are wrong:
- Option A: Prevent interference by phosphate ions: While phosphate ions can interfere, the primary reason for adding $NH_4Cl$ is to control the hydroxide ion concentration.
- Option C: Increase concentration of $\mathrm{Cl}^{-}$ ions: While the chloride ion concentration does increase, the primary purpose is to decrease the hydroxide ion concentration.
- Option D: Increase concentration of $\mathrm{NH}_4^{+}$ ions: While the ammonium ion concentration does increase, the primary purpose is to decrease the hydroxide ion concentration.

Key Concepts:
- Common ion effect
- Le Chatelier's principle
- Solubility product
- Qualitative analysis

Memory Aids:
- Remember that adding a common ion suppresses the ionization of a weak electrolyte.

Quick Tips:
- Understand the common ion effect and its application in qualitative analysis.

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A solution of a salt of which metal produces
bright red colour in a flame test?

View answer and explanation

Correct option: A

Lithium

The correct answer is A (Lithium) because lithium salts produce a bright red color in a flame test.

Solution approach

Correct Answer + Core Reason: Lithium. Lithium salts produce a bright red color in a flame test.

Step-by-Step Solution:

Step 1: Flame tests are used to identify the presence of certain metal ions based on the characteristic color they impart to a flame.

Step 2: Lithium salts produce a bright red color.

Step 3: Sodium salts produce a yellow-orange color.

Step 4: Potassium salts produce a lilac (purple) color.

Step 5: Copper salts produce a green or blue-green color.

Why other options are wrong:
- Option B (Sodium): Sodium produces a yellow-orange color, not bright red.
- Option C (Potassium): Potassium produces a lilac (purple) color, not bright red.
- Option D (Copper): Copper produces a green or blue-green color, not bright red.

Key Concepts:
- Flame test
- Metal ion identification
- Characteristic colors

Memory Aids:
- Lithium = Red (think Li = Red)

Quick Tips:
- Memorize the characteristic colors produced by common metal ions in a flame test.

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A gas is obtained by addition of dil.

\mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{SO}_4

to a mixture which turns lead acetate paper black. It is

View answer and explanation

Correct option: A

\mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{S}

Option A (

\mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{S}

) is correct because hydrogen sulfide gas reacts with lead acetate to form lead sulfide, which is a black precipitate.

Solution approach

Correct Answer + Core Reason: $\mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{S}$ . $\mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{S}$ reacts with lead acetate to form a black precipitate of lead sulfide.

Step-by-Step Solution:

Step 1: The gas turns lead acetate paper black, indicating the presence of sulfide ions ( $S^{2-}$ ).

Step 2: When dilute sulfuric acid is added to a mixture containing a sulfide salt, hydrogen sulfide gas ( $H_2S$ ) is produced.

Step 3: $H_2S$ reacts with lead acetate ( $(\mathrm{CH}_3\mathrm{COO})_2\mathrm{Pb}$ ) to form lead sulfide ( $PbS$ ), which is a black precipitate.

Step 4: The reaction is: $(\mathrm{CH}_3\mathrm{COO})_2\mathrm{Pb} + H_2S \rightarrow PbS + 2\mathrm{CH}_3\mathrm{COOH}$

Why other options are wrong:
- Option B: $\mathrm{NO}_2$ is a brown gas and does not turn lead acetate paper black.
- Option C: $\mathrm{CO}_2$ is a colorless gas and does not react with lead acetate.
- Option D: $\mathrm{SO}_2$ is a colorless gas with a pungent odor and does not turn lead acetate paper black directly, although it can be oxidized to sulfate which might indirectly react.

Key Concepts:
- Qualitative analysis
- Reactions of sulfides

Memory Aids:
- Hydrogen sulfide turns lead acetate paper black.

Quick Tips:
- Know the characteristic reactions of common gases.

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The acidic solution of a salt produced a deep blue colour with starch iodine solution. The salt may be

View answer and explanation

Correct option: B

Nitrite

Option B (Nitrite) is correct because nitrites can oxidize iodide ions in the presence of acid to form iodine, which gives a blue color with starch.

Solution approach

Correct Answer + Core Reason: Nitrite. Nitrites oxidize iodide to iodine, which forms a blue complex with starch.

Step-by-Step Solution:
Step 1: The acidic solution of the salt contains an oxidizing agent that can oxidize iodide ions to iodine.
Step 2: Nitrite ions ( $NO_2^−$ ) in acidic solution can oxidize iodide ions ( $I^−$ ) to iodine ( $I_2$ ).
Step 3: The reaction is: $2NO_2^− + 2I^− + 4H^+ → 2NO + I_2 + 2H_2O$
Step 4: Iodine ( $I_2$ ) forms a deep blue complex with starch.

Why other options are wrong:
- Option A: Chloride: Chloride ions are not strong enough oxidizing agents to oxidize iodide ions to iodine under these conditions.
- Option C: Acetate: Acetate ions are not oxidizing agents and will not cause the formation of iodine.
- Option D: Bromide: While bromide can be an oxidizing agent, it's less likely to be the primary cause of the blue color with starch-iodine solution in this context compared to nitrite.

Key Concepts:
- Redox reactions
- Oxidation of iodide ions
- Starch-iodine complex
- Qualitative analysis

Memory Aids:
- Remember that nitrites can oxidize iodide to iodine, which gives a blue color with starch.

Quick Tips:
- Know the common oxidizing and reducing agents and their reactions.

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Mark the correct statement:

View answer and explanation

Correct option: D

All the above statement are correct

Option D (All the above statement are correct) is correct because all the statements accurately describe the precipitation of basic radicals in different groups.

Solution approach

Correct Answer + Core Reason: All the above statement are correct. Each statement accurately describes the precipitation of basic radicals in the respective groups.

Step-by-Step Solution:

Step 1: Review the group analysis of basic radicals.

Step 2: Group I basic radicals (e.g., $\mathrm{Ag^+}, \mathrm{Pb^{2+}}, \mathrm{Hg_2^{2+}}$ ) precipitate as chlorides.

Step 3: Group IV basic radicals (e.g., $\mathrm{Zn^{2+}}, \mathrm{Mn^{2+}}, \mathrm{Co^{2+}}, \mathrm{Ni^{2+}}$ ) precipitate as sulfides in a neutral or alkaline medium.

Step 4: Group V basic radicals (e.g., $\mathrm{Ba^{2+}}, \mathrm{Sr^{2+}}, \mathrm{Ca^{2+}}$ ) precipitate as carbonates.

Why other options are wrong:
- Option A: I group basic radicals precipitate as chlorides - This is correct, but not the complete answer.
- Option B: IV group basic radicals precipitates as sulphides - This is correct, but not the complete answer.
- Option C: V group basic radicals precipitates as carbonates - This is correct, but not the complete answer.

Key Concepts:
- Group analysis of basic radicals
- Precipitation reactions

Memory Aids:
- Group I: Chlorides, Group IV: Sulfides, Group V: Carbonates.

Quick Tips:
- Understand the basis of group separation in qualitative analysis.

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Which of the following give white precipitate when

\mathrm{HCl}

is added to its aqueous solution

View answer and explanation

Correct option: A

\mathrm{Hg}^{+}

The correct answer is A (

\mathrm{Hg}^{+}

) because mercurous ions (

\mathrm{Hg}^{+}

) react with

\mathrm{HCl}

to form insoluble mercurous chloride (

\mathrm{Hg_2Cl_2}

), which precipitates as a white solid.

Solution approach

Correct Answer + Core Reason: $\mathrm{Hg}^{+}$ . Mercurous ions form a white precipitate with HCl.

Step-by-Step Solution:

Step 1: When hydrochloric acid (HCl) is added to an aqueous solution containing mercurous ions ( $\mathrm{Hg}^{+}$ ), a white precipitate of mercurous chloride ( $\mathrm{Hg_2Cl_2}$ ) is formed.

Step 2: The reaction is: $\mathrm{Hg_2^{2+}(aq) + 2HCl(aq) \rightarrow Hg_2Cl_2(s) + 2H^+(aq)}$

Step 3: Magnesium, zinc, and cadmium ions do not form precipitates with HCl under normal conditions.

Why other options are wrong:
- **Option B ( $M g^{+}+$ ): Magnesium ions do not form a precipitate with HCl.
- Option C ( $Z n^{+}+$ ): Zinc ions do not form a precipitate with HCl.
- Option D ( $\mathrm{Cd}^{+}+$ ): Cadmium ions do not form a precipitate with HCl.

Key Concepts:
- Precipitation reactions
- Mercurous chloride
- Solubility rules

Memory Aids:
- Hg+ + HCl = White Precipitate

Quick Tips:**
- Remember that mercurous ions form a white precipitate with HCl.

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Soda-lime test is used to detect _______ element of organic compound.

View answer and explanation

Correct option: C

N

The correct answer is C (N) because the soda-lime test is used to detect the presence of nitrogen in an organic compound.

Solution approach

Correct Answer + Core Reason: N. Soda-lime test is used to detect nitrogen.

Step-by-Step Solution:

Step 1: The soda-lime test involves heating an organic compound with soda-lime (a mixture of sodium hydroxide and calcium oxide).

Step 2: If nitrogen is present, it is converted to ammonia gas ( $NH_3$ ).

Step 3: The ammonia gas can be detected by its characteristic odor or by its ability to turn red litmus paper blue.

Why other options are wrong:
- Option A (C): Carbon is detected through other methods, such as combustion analysis.
- Option B (H): Hydrogen is detected through other methods, such as combustion analysis.
- Option D (S): Sulfur is detected using the Lassaigne's test or Carius method.

Key Concepts:
- Soda-lime test
- Nitrogen detection
- Ammonia gas

Memory Aids:
- Soda-lime = Nitrogen (think SLN)

Quick Tips:
- Remember that the soda-lime test is specific for nitrogen detection.

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Nitrogen in the organic compound can be
determined by

View answer and explanation

Correct option: B

Kjeldhal method

The correct answer is B (Kjeldhal method) because the Kjeldahl method is specifically designed for the quantitative determination of nitrogen in organic compounds.

Solution approach

Correct Answer + Core Reason: Kjeldhal method. The Kjeldahl method is used for nitrogen determination.

Step-by-Step Solution:

Step 1: The Kjeldahl method involves digesting the organic compound with concentrated sulfuric acid, which converts the nitrogen to ammonium sulfate.

Step 2: The ammonium sulfate is then treated with excess alkali (NaOH), liberating ammonia gas.

Step 3: The ammonia gas is distilled into a known volume of standard acid, and the excess acid is back-titrated to determine the amount of ammonia, and hence the amount of nitrogen in the original sample.

Why other options are wrong:
- Option A (Lucas method): The Lucas method is used to distinguish between primary, secondary, and tertiary alcohols.
- Option C (Victor Meyers method): The Victor Meyer's method is used to determine the molecular weight of volatile liquids.
- Option D (Beckmann method): The Beckmann method is used to determine the molecular weight of a substance by measuring the elevation in boiling point or depression in freezing point.

Key Concepts:
- Kjeldahl method
- Nitrogen determination
- Quantitative analysis

Memory Aids:
- Kjeldahl = Nitrogen (think K for Kjeldahl and N for Nitrogen)

Quick Tips:
- Remember that the Kjeldahl method is specifically for nitrogen determination.

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Which of the following does not give

{NH}_3

on heating with

NaOH

solution?

View answer and explanation

Correct option: B

Aniline

The correct answer is B (Aniline) because aniline does not have an amide or imide group that can be hydrolyzed by NaOH to release ammonia.

Solution approach

Correct Answer + Core Reason: Aniline. Aniline does not give $NH_3$ on heating with $NaOH$ solution.

Step-by-Step Solution:

Step 1: Urea contains an amide group that can be hydrolyzed by NaOH to release ammonia.

Step 2: Acetanilide and benzanilide also contain amide groups that can be hydrolyzed by NaOH to release ammonia.

Step 3: Aniline is an amine and does not contain an amide group that can be hydrolyzed by NaOH to release ammonia.

Why other options are wrong:
- Option A (Urea): Urea contains an amide group and will release ammonia upon heating with NaOH.
- Option C (Acetanilide): Acetanilide contains an amide group and will release ammonia upon heating with NaOH.
- Option D (Benzanide): Benzanide contains an amide group and will release ammonia upon heating with NaOH.

Key Concepts:
- Hydrolysis of amides
- Reaction with NaOH
- Functional groups

Memory Aids:
- Amides + NaOH = Ammonia

Quick Tips:
- Identify the functional groups present in the compounds to determine if they will react with NaOH to release ammonia.

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A reagent which gives brilliant red precipitate with Nickel ions in basic medium is

View answer and explanation

Correct option: A

Dimethyl glyoxime

Option A (Dimethyl glyoxime) is correct because it forms a bright red precipitate with Nickel(II) ions in a basic medium.

Solution approach

Correct Answer + Core Reason: Dimethyl glyoxime. It forms a bright red precipitate with Nickel(II) ions in a basic medium.

Step-by-Step Solution:

Step 1: Understand Nickel(II) Ion Reactions: Nickel(II) ions ( $Ni^{2+}$ ) react with specific reagents to form colored precipitates, which are used for their detection and quantitative estimation.

Step 2: Reaction with Dimethylglyoxime: Dimethylglyoxime (DMG) reacts with $Ni^{2+}$ in a basic medium to form a bright red precipitate of nickel dimethylglyoximate, $[Ni(DMG)_2]$ .

Step 3: Analyze the other reagents:
- Meta-dinitrobenzene: Used as an indicator, not for precipitation of nickel.
- Neutral ${FeCl}_3$ : Used to detect phenols, not nickel.
- Sodium nitroprusside: Used to detect sulfide ions, not nickel.

Step 4: Conclusion: Dimethyl glyoxime is the reagent that gives a brilliant red precipitate with Nickel ions in a basic medium.

Why other options are wrong:
- Option B: Meta-dinitrobenzene is not used for the detection of nickel ions.
- Option C: Neutral ${FeCl}_3$ is not used for the detection of nickel ions.
- Option D: Sodium nitroprusside is not used for the detection of nickel ions.

Key Concepts:
- Qualitative Analysis
- Nickel(II) Ion Reactions
- Dimethylglyoxime

Memory Aids:
- Nickel (Ni) and DMG give a red precipitate.

Quick Tips:
- Remember the specific reagents used for the detection of common metal ions.

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Given below are two statements:

Statement (I): Kjeldahl method is applicable to
estimate nitrogen in pyridine.

Statement (II): The nitrogen present in pyridine
can easily be converted into ammonium sulphate in
Kjeldahl method.

In the light of the above statements, choose the
correct answer from the options given below.

View answer and explanation

Correct option: A

Both Statement I and Statement II is false

The correct answer is A (Both Statement I and Statement II is false) because Kjeldahl method is not applicable to estimate nitrogen in pyridine, and the nitrogen present in pyridine cannot be easily converted into ammonium sulphate in Kjeldahl method.

Solution approach

Correct Answer + Core Reason: Both Statement I and Statement II is false. Kjeldahl method is not suitable for nitrogen in pyridine, and the nitrogen in pyridine is not easily converted to ammonium sulfate.

Step-by-Step Solution:

Step 1: Statement I is false: The Kjeldahl method is not suitable for compounds where the nitrogen is part of a heterocyclic ring (like pyridine) or when nitrogen is directly bonded to oxygen or nitrogen atoms. This is because the nitrogen in these compounds is not easily converted into ammonium sulfate during digestion with sulfuric acid.

Step 2: Statement II is false: The nitrogen in pyridine is difficult to convert into ammonium sulfate because of the stability of the heterocyclic ring. The nitrogen is not readily protonated and released as ammonia.

Why other options are wrong:
- Option B (Statement I is false but Statement II is true): Statement II is also false.
- Option C (Both Statement I and Statement II is true): Both statements are false.
- Option D (Statement I is true but Statement II is false): Statement I is also false.

Key Concepts:
- Kjeldahl method limitations
- Heterocyclic nitrogen compounds
- Pyridine

Memory Aids:
- Kjeldahl doesn't work well with rings

Quick Tips:
- Remember the limitations of the Kjeldahl method, especially with heterocyclic compounds.

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0.2475\,g

of an organic compound gave

0.495\,g

of

C{O_2}

and

0.2025\,g

of

{H_2}O

on combustion. The percentage of carbon is

View answer and explanation

Correct option: A

54.54\%

Option A (

54.54\%

) is correct because the percentage of carbon is calculated using the mass of CO2 formed and the mass of the organic compound.

Solution approach

Correct Answer + Core Reason: $54.54\%$ . The percentage of carbon is calculated using the formula: % of C = (Mass of CO2 / Molar mass of CO2) / (Mass of organic compound / Atomic mass of C) * 100.

Step-by-Step Solution:

Step 1: Write down the given information:
- Mass of organic compound = 0.2475 g
- Mass of $CO_2$ = 0.495 g
- Mass of $H_2O$ = 0.2025 g

Step 2: Calculate the molar mass of $CO_2$ :
- Molar mass of $CO_2$ = 12 + 2(16) = 44 g/mol

Step 3: Calculate the percentage of carbon in $CO_2$ :
- Percentage of C in $CO_2$ = (Atomic mass of C / Molar mass of $CO_2$ ) * 100 = (12 / 44) * 100

Step 4: Calculate the percentage of carbon in the organic compound:
- Percentage of C in organic compound = (Mass of $CO_2$ / Mass of organic compound) * (Atomic mass of C / Molar mass of $CO_2$ ) * 100
- Percentage of C = (0.495 / 0.2475) * (12 / 44) * 100

Step 5: Perform the calculation:
- Percentage of C = (0.495 / 0.2475) * (12 / 44) * 100 = 2 * (0.2727) * 100 = 54.54\%

Why other options are wrong:
- **Option B ( $62.34\%$ ): This is incorrect. It might be obtained by using a wrong formula or calculation error.
- Option C ( $82.32\%$ ): This is incorrect. It might be obtained by using a wrong formula or calculation error.
- Option D ( $27.63\%$ ): This is incorrect. It might be obtained by using a wrong formula or calculation error.

Key Concepts:
- Combustion analysis
- Percentage composition of elements in a compound
- Molar mass calculation

Memory Aids:**
- Remember the formula: % of element = (Mass of oxide / Mass of organic compound) * (Molar mass of element / Molar mass of oxide) * 100

Quick Tips:
- Always double-check the molar masses and the formula before performing the calculation.
- Ensure the units are consistent throughout the calculation.

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[x]+\mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{SO}_4 \rightarrow[y]

a colourless gas with irritating smell,

[{y}]+\mathrm{K}_2 \mathrm{Cr}_2 \mathrm{O}_7+\mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{SO}_4 \rightarrow

green solution.

[{x}]

and

[y]

are

View answer and explanation

Correct option: A

\mathrm{SO}_3^{2-}, \mathrm{SO}_2

Option A (

\mathrm{SO}_3^{2-}, \mathrm{SO}_2

) is correct because sulfite ions react with sulfuric acid to produce sulfur dioxide, which has an irritating smell and can reduce dichromate ions to a green solution of chromium(III) ions.

Solution approach

Correct Answer + Core Reason: $\mathrm{SO}_3^{2-}, \mathrm{SO}_2$ . Sulfite ions react with sulfuric acid to produce sulfur dioxide, which has an irritating smell and can reduce dichromate ions to a green solution of chromium(III) ions.

Step-by-Step Solution:\nStep 1: Consider the reactions of each anion with sulfuric acid.\nStep 2: Identify the gas produced in each case.\nStep 3: Determine which gas has an irritating smell and can reduce dichromate ions.

$\mathrm{SO}_3^{2-} + H_2SO_4 \rightarrow SO_2 + H_2O + SO_4^{2-}$
$SO_2$ is a colorless gas with an irritating smell.
$K_2Cr_2O_7 + 3SO_2 + H_2SO_4 \rightarrow K_2SO_4 + Cr_2(SO_4)_3 + H_2O$
$Cr_2(SO_4)_3$ is a green solution.

Why other options are wrong:
- Option B: $\mathrm{Cl}^{-}, \mathrm{HCl}$ : HCl is a colorless gas, but it doesn't readily reduce dichromate ions.
- Option C: $\mathrm{S}^{-2}, \mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{S}$ : H2S is a colorless gas with a rotten egg smell, not an irritating smell.
- Option D: $\mathrm{CO}_3^{2-}, \mathrm{CO}_2$ : CO2 is a colorless and odorless gas.

Key Concepts:
- Reactions of anions with acids
- Redox reactions

Memory Aids:
- Remember the characteristic properties of common gases.

Quick Tips:
- Know the reactions of common anions with acids.

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The principal reason that solid sodium hydroxide is not used as a primary standard for acid-base titrations is that it

View answer and explanation

Correct option: A

Absorbs water from air

The correct answer is A (Absorbs water from air) because solid sodium hydroxide is hygroscopic and readily absorbs moisture and carbon dioxide from the air, making it difficult to obtain a precise weight.

Solution approach

Correct Answer + Core Reason: Absorbs water from air. Sodium hydroxide is hygroscopic and absorbs moisture from the air.

Step-by-Step Solution:
Step 1: Sodium hydroxide (NaOH) is a strong base.
Step 2: NaOH is hygroscopic, meaning it readily absorbs water from the atmosphere.
Step 3: NaOH also reacts with carbon dioxide in the air to form sodium carbonate.
Step 4: Due to the absorption of water and reaction with carbon dioxide, the mass of solid NaOH is not solely due to NaOH, making it unsuitable as a primary standard.

Why other options are wrong:
- Option B: Has a low molar mass: While NaOH has a relatively low molar mass, this is not the primary reason it's unsuitable as a primary standard. The issue is its hygroscopic nature.
- Option C: Reacts slowly with many acids: The reaction of NaOH with acids is generally fast, not slow. This is not the reason it's not a primary standard.
- Option D: Ionizes in water: The fact that NaOH ionizes in water is a characteristic of a strong base, but it doesn't prevent it from being a primary standard if it were pure and stable.

Key Concepts:
- Primary standard
- Hygroscopic substances
- Acid-base titrations

Memory Aids:
- Remember that hygroscopic substances absorb moisture from the air.

Quick Tips:
- Understand the properties of primary standards and the requirements for their use.

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100 \mathrm{~ml}

of

0.1 \mathrm{~M}

aqueous ferric alum solution is completely reduced with Iron to give Ferrous Ions. The volume of

0.1 \mathrm{~M}

acidified

\mathrm{KMnO}_4

solution required for complete reaction with ferrous Ions in the solution will be

View answer and explanation

Correct option: C

40 \mathrm{~ml}

Option C (40 ml) is correct because the ferric alum solution is reduced to ferrous ions, and then KMnO4 oxidizes the ferrous ions back to ferric ions. The stoichiometry of the reaction determines the volume of KMnO4 required.

Solution approach

Correct Answer + Core Reason: $40 \mathrm{~ml}$ . The ferric alum solution is reduced to ferrous ions, and then KMnO4 oxidizes the ferrous ions back to ferric ions.

Step-by-Step Solution:\nStep 1: Determine the number of moles of ferric alum.\nStep 2: Determine the number of moles of ferrous ions formed.\nStep 3: Write the balanced equation for the reaction between ferrous ions and KMnO4.\nStep 4: Calculate the volume of KMnO4 required.

$n_{Ferric \, alum} = 0.1 M \times 0.1 L = 0.01 mol$ \nSince ferric alum is reduced to ferrous ions, $n_{Fe^{3+}} = 0.01 mol$ is reduced to $n_{Fe^{2+}} = 0.01 mol$
$5Fe^{2+} + MnO_4^- + 8H^+ \rightarrow 5Fe^{3+} + Mn^{2+} + 4H_2O$ \nFrom the stoichiometry, $n_{KMnO_4} = (1/5) \times n_{Fe^{2+}} = (1/5) \times 0.01 = 0.002 mol$
$V_{KMnO_4} = n_{KMnO_4} / M_{KMnO_4} = 0.002 mol / 0.1 M = 0.02 L = 20 ml$ \nThere appears to be an error in the question or the options. The correct answer should be 20 ml, but it is not among the options. If the ferric alum solution is $Fe_2(SO_4)_3$ then the number of moles of $Fe^{3+}$ is $2*0.01 = 0.02$ and moles of $KMnO_4 = 0.02/5 = 0.004$ and Volume = $0.004/0.1 = 0.04 L = 40 ml$

Why other options are wrong:
- Option A: $60 \mathrm{~ml}$ : Incorrect stoichiometry.
- Option B: $30 \mathrm{~ml}$ : Incorrect stoichiometry.
- Option D: $100 \mathrm{~ml}$ : Incorrect stoichiometry.

Key Concepts:
- Redox titrations
- Stoichiometry

Memory Aids:
- Balance the chemical equations to determine the stoichiometry.

Quick Tips:
- Always balance the chemical equation before performing calculations.

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A hydrated salt of

\mathrm{Na}_2 \mathrm{SO}_3

loses

22.22 \%

of its mass on strong heating. The hydrated salt is:

View answer and explanation

Correct option: D

\mathrm{Na}_2 \mathrm{SO}_3 \cdot 2 \mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{O}

Option D is correct because the mass loss corresponds to two water molecules being removed from the hydrated salt.

Solution approach

Correct Answer + Core Reason: $\mathrm{Na}_2 \mathrm{SO}_3 \cdot 2 \mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{O}$ . The mass loss corresponds to 2 water molecules.

Step-by-Step Solution:

Step 1: Calculate the molar mass of $\mathrm{Na}_2 \mathrm{SO}_3$ : $2(23) + 32 + 3(16) = 46 + 32 + 48 = 126 \text{{ g/mol}}$

Step 2: Let the hydrated salt be $\mathrm{Na}_2 \mathrm{SO}_3 \cdot x \mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{O}$ .

Step 3: The molar mass of $x \mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{O}$ is $18x \text{{ g/mol}}$ .

Step 4: The total molar mass of the hydrated salt is $(126 + 18x) \text{{ g/mol}}$ .

Step 5: The mass loss is $22.22 \%$ , so $0.2222 = \frac{{18x}}{{126 + 18x}}$

Step 6: Solve for $x$ : $0.2222(126 + 18x) = 18x \Rightarrow 28.00 + 4.00x = 18x \Rightarrow 28 = 14x \Rightarrow x = 2$

Step 7: The hydrated salt is $\mathrm{Na}_2 \mathrm{SO}_3 \cdot 2 \mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{O}$ .

Why other options are wrong:
- Option A: $\mathrm{Na}_2 \mathrm{SO}_3 \cdot 4 \mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{O}$ would have a different percentage mass loss.
- Option B: $\mathrm{Na}_2 \mathrm{SO}_3 \cdot 6 \mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{O}$ would have a different percentage mass loss.
- Option C: $\mathrm{Na}_2 \mathrm{SO}_3 \cdot \mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{O}$ would have a different percentage mass loss.

Key Concepts:
- Hydrated salts
- Molar mass
- Percentage mass loss

Memory Aids:
- Remember to calculate molar masses accurately.

Quick Tips:
- Set up an equation based on the percentage mass loss to find the number of water molecules.

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