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Which of the following is a combination reaction?
  • a)
    CaCO3 → CaO + CO2
  • b)
    H2 + Cl2 → 2HCl
  • c)
    H2CO3 → H2O + CO2
  • d)
    2KClO3 → 2KCl + 3O2
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Balanced Equation:
H2 + Cl2 → 2HCl2
The above reaction is an example of combination reaction because two different elements are combining to form a single compound.

Which of the following is a decomposition reaction?
  • a)
    NaOH + HCl → NaCl + H2O
  • b)
    NH4CNO → H2NCONH2
  • c)
    2KClO→ 2KCl + 3O2
  • d)
    H2 + I2 → 2HI
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Meera Rana answered
A decomposition reaction occurs when one reactant breaks down into two or more products. Examples of decomposition reactions include the breakdown of hydrogen peroxide to water and oxygen, and the breakdown of water to hydrogen and oxygen.
2KClO3 → 2KCl + 3O2

The reaction C + O2  → CO2 + Heat is a:
  • a)
    Combination reaction
  • b)
    Oxidation reaction
  • c)
    Exothermic reaction
  • d)
    All of the above
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Amit Sharma answered
C + O2  → CO2 + Heat
  • This is a Combination reaction because C and O2 are combining to produce one single compound CO2.
  • This is also an Oxidation reaction because carbon is getting oxidized.
  • This is also an exothermic reaction because in this reaction heat is getting released.
​​​​​​​So Option D is correct

Which one of the following will be required to identify the gas evolved when diluted HCl reacts with zinc metal?
  • a)
    Red litmus solution
  • b)
    Lime water
  • c)
    A burning splinter
  • d)
    Blue litmus solution
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Kiran Mehta answered
A burning splinter since hydrogen gas burns with a pop sound.
Zinc being an active metal readily reacts with hydrochloric acid at room temperature to form soluble zinc chloride and hydrogen.
Zn + 2HCl → ZnCl2 + H2.

Which of the following is a displacement reaction?
  • a)
    CaCO→ CaO + CO2
  • b)
    CaO + 2HCl → CaCl2 + H2O
  • c)
    Fe + CuSO4 → FeSO4 + Cu
  • d)
    NaOH + HCl → NaCl + H2O
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Gaurav Kumar answered
Fe + CuSo4 → FeSO4 + Cu 
is displacement reaction.
In these reaction iron (Fe) displace copper (Cu) 
Hence, it is a displacement type of reaction.
(a) is a decomposition reaction.
(b) and (d) are neutralisation reactions.

Which of the following metals comes above zinc in reactivity series?
  • a)
    Silver
  • b)
    Copper
  • c)
    Aluminium
  • d)
    Iron
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Reactivity Series:

The reactivity series is a list of metals arranged in order of their decreasing reactivity. The most reactive metal is placed at the top and the least reactive metal is placed at the bottom of the series.

The reactivity series of metals is as follows:

Potassium > Sodium > Calcium > Magnesium > Aluminium > Zinc > Iron > Lead > Copper > Silver > Gold

Explanation:

Aluminium is more reactive than zinc and is placed above zinc in the reactivity series. This is because aluminium has a stronger tendency than zinc to lose electrons and form positive ions.

When aluminium is exposed to air, it reacts with oxygen to form a layer of aluminium oxide. This layer of oxide is very thin and is also very stable. It prevents further reaction of aluminium with oxygen and protects the metal from corrosion.

Zinc, on the other hand, reacts with oxygen in the air to form zinc oxide. However, the layer of oxide formed on zinc is not as stable as the layer of oxide formed on aluminium. Therefore, zinc is more susceptible to corrosion than aluminium.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, aluminium is more reactive than zinc and is placed above zinc in the reactivity series. This means that aluminium can displace zinc from its compounds in a chemical reaction, but zinc cannot displace aluminium from its compounds.

The reaction H2 + Cl2 → 2HCl is a –
  • a)
    Decomposition reaction
  • b)
    Combination reaction
  • c)
    Double displacement reaction
  • d)
    Displacement reaction
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Anjana Khatri answered
It is a reaction in which two substances react with each other to make a single substance. Therefore, H2 + CL2 = 2HCL is an COMBINATION REACTION. It is a special case of addition reaction known as synthesis.

In reaction SO2 + 2H2S → 2H2O + 3S, the reducing agent is
  • a)
    SO2
  • b)
    H2S
  • c)
    H2O
  • d)
    S
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Raghav Bansal answered
  • In the reaction SO2 is getting reduced to S as oxygen is being removed.
  • Similarly, H2S is oxidised to S as hydrogen is removed.
  • The species getting oxidised facilitates the reduction process and is the reducing agent.
  • Hence, H2S is the reducing agent and Oxidising agent is SO2.
So, option B is correct

Magnesium ribbon is burnt in an atmosphere of nitrogen gas to form solid magnesium nitride. This is a:
  • a)
    decomposition reaction
  • b)
    combination reaction
  • c)
    displacement reaction
  • d)
    double displacement reaction
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Arun Sharma answered
Reaction of magnesium with nitrogen is a combination reaction as these two reactants (Mg and N2) combine to form a single product as magnesium nitride (Mg3N2). The equation can be written as: 3Mg(s) + N2(g) → Mg3N2(s).

The colour of zinc metal is
  • a)
    reddish-brown
  • b)
    grey 
  • c)
    Blue
  • d)
    silvery-white
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Vikas Kumar answered
The correct option is D
silvery-white
Explanation for correct option
(D) The color of Zinc metal is silvery.
  • An electron gets excited to a higher energy orbital from a lower energy d orbital. The frequency of light absorbed is proportional to the excitation energy.
  • This frequency is usually in the visible range.
  • The color seen corresponds to the complementary color of the light absorbed.
  • Zinc (Zn) is a silvery-white metal.
Hence, option (D) is correct. The color of Zinc metal is silvery.

Which of the following is not an example of chemical change?
  • a)
    rusting of iron
  • b)
    milk changes to curd
  • c)
    digestion of food in our body
  • d)
    changing of water to water vapour
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Amit Sharma answered
The process of changing water vapour into water is called condensation. It is not a chemical reaction.
When milk converts in curd the process is irreversible and a new substance with different properties is formed hence it is an example of a chemical change.
Rusting of iron is also a chemical change.
 

The reaction :
Fe2O3 + 2Al → Al2O3 + 2Fe is an example of
  • a)
    decomposition reaction
  • b)
    displacement reaction
  • c)
    combination reaction
  • d)
    double displacement reaction
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Pooja Shah answered
In the chemical reaction Fe2O3 + 2Al → Al2O3 + 2Fe
The above reaction is known as displacement reaction iron oxide reacts with aluminium to form aluminium oxide and iron metal.

The reaction, Zn + 2HCl → ZnCl2 + H2 is an example of:
  • a)
    Displacement reaction
  • b)
    Combination reaction
  • c)
    Double displacement reaction
  • d)
    Decomposition reaction
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Neha Patel answered
This is a metal/acid reaction if carried out in aqueous solution. 
It is also a displacement reaction where 1 atom of Zinc displaces 2 H+ ions 
and it is a redox reaction as the Zn atom loses electrons (it is OXIDISED) and the 2 H+ ions gain electrons (they are REDUCED) 

What happens when dil hydrochloric acid is added to iron fillings?
  • a)
    Hydrogen gas and Iron chloride are produced
  • b)
    Chlorine gas and Iron hydroxide are produced
  • c)
    NO reaction takes place
  • d)
    Iron salt and water are produced
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Amit Sharma answered
  • Hydrogen gas and iron chloride are produced.
Fe + HCl →  FeCl + H2
  • The iron displaces hydrogen from hydrochloric acid to form iron (II) chloride & hydrogen gas. This is a single displacement reaction.
  • Thus the answer is option (A) Hydrogen gas and iron chloride are produced.

Rahul took some zinc granules in a test tube and added dilute HCl to it. He observed that the colour of zinc granules changed to
  • a)
    yellow
  • b)
    brown
  • c)
    black
  • d)
    white
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Radha nair answered
Explanation:


When zinc granules are added to dilute hydrochloric acid (HCl), a chemical reaction takes place. The zinc reacts with the hydrogen ions in the acid to produce zinc chloride and hydrogen gas. This reaction is known as a single displacement reaction, where one element (zinc) displaces another element (hydrogen) from its compound (HCl). The reaction can be represented as follows:

Zn (s) + 2HCl (aq) → ZnCl2 (aq) + H2 (g)

Now, let's look at the colour change of the zinc granules:

  • Yellow: Zinc metal is typically shiny and silvery in colour. When exposed to air, it can form a thin layer of zinc oxide on its surface, which appears as a dull yellow colour. However, this is not the colour change observed in this reaction.

  • Brown: A brown colour could indicate the presence of impurities or contaminants in the zinc granules. However, this is not a typical colour change observed in this reaction.

  • Black: When the reaction takes place, the zinc granules react with the HCl to form zinc chloride, which is a white solid. However, if the zinc granules are not fully covered by the acid, they may react with the oxygen in the air to form zinc oxide, which appears as a black colour. Therefore, the black colour observed in this reaction may be due to the formation of zinc oxide on the surface of the zinc granules.

  • White: Zinc chloride is a white solid, and it is the product formed in this reaction. Therefore, the most likely colour change observed in this reaction is a change from silver or yellowish to white due to the formation of zinc chloride.



Therefore, the correct answer is option C (black). However, it is important to note that the colour change observed may vary depending on the purity of the zinc granules and the conditions under which the reaction takes place.

An element X on exposure to moist air turns reddish-brown and a new compound Y is formed. The substance X and Y are
  • a)
    X = Fe, Y = Fe2O3
  • b)
    X = Ag, Y = Ag2S
  • c)
    X = Cu, Y = CuO
  • d)
    X = Al, Y = Al2O3
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Suresh Reddy answered
An element X exposure to moist air, forms a reddish brown and a new compound Y is formed. 
Fe + H2O +O2  →  Fe2 O3 
This Fe2O3 is the reddish brown compound which is called rust
So , X → Fe 
Y →  Fe2O3
​​​​​​​So Option A is correct

On heating crystals of ferrous sulphate, products obtained are:
  • a)
    Ferric oxide, Sulphur dioxide, Sulphur trioxide
  • b)
    Ferric oxide, Ferrous sulphide, Oxygen
  • c)
    Ferrous sulphide, Sulphur dioxide, Oxygen
  • d)
    Ferric oxide, Sulphur trioxide, Oxygen
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Krishna Iyer answered
On heating, ferrous sulphate crystals lose water and anhydrous ferrous sulphate (FeSO4) is formed. So their colour changes from light green to white. On further heating, anhydrous ferrous sulphate decomposes to form ferric oxide (Fe2O3), sulphur dioxide (SO2) and sulphur trioxide (SO3).

Consider the reactions CUSO4 + Fe → FeSO4 + Cu
 FeSO4 + Zn → ZnSO4 + Fe
  • a)
    Zn is most reactive, Fe is least reactive
  • b)
    Fe is most reactive, and Cu is least reactive
  • c)
    Zn is most reactive, and Cu is least reactive
  • d)
    Cu is most reactions, Fe is least reactive
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Radha Iyer answered
Metals present on top of the other metal in the activity series can displace the metal at the bottom from its salt solution. So zinc is present at the top of the iron and can displace iron from its sulphate solution.
 
 

In reaction SO2 + 2H2S → 2H2O + 3S the reducing agent is –
  • a)
    SO2
  • b)
    H2S
  • c)
    H2O
  • d)
    S
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Navya Patel answered
In the reaction SO2 is reduced to S as oxygen is removed.
H2S is oxidised to S as hydrogen is removed.
The species getting oxidised facilitates the reduction process and is the reducing agent.
Hence, H2S is the reducing agent and Oxidising agent is SO2.

The given reaction indicates that:
Cu + 2AgNO3 → Cu(NO3)2 + 2Ag
  • a)
    Copper is more reactive than silver.
  • b)
    Silver is more reactive than copper.
  • c)
    Both are equally reactive.
  • d)
    None of these
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Malini sharma answered
Explanation:

The given reaction is: Cu + 2AgNO3 → Cu(NO3)2 + 2Ag

This reaction involves the displacement of silver from its compound (AgNO3) by copper. This type of reaction is known as a single displacement reaction or a substitution reaction.

To determine which metal is more reactive, we need to look at the activity series of metals. This series arranges metals in order of their reactivity, with the most reactive metals at the top and the least reactive at the bottom.

Copper is placed below silver in the activity series, which means that silver is more reactive than copper. Therefore, when copper is added to silver nitrate solution, it displaces the silver from its compound and forms copper nitrate. The displaced silver ions combine with copper atoms to form solid silver, which is observed as a brownish precipitate.

Hence, the correct option is A - Copper is more reactive than silver.

Which of the following statement is incorrect?
  • a)
    In oxidation, oxygen in added to a substance.
  • b)
    In reduction, Hydrogen is added to a substance.
  • c)
    Oxidizing agent is oxidized.
  • d)
    Reducing agent is oxidized
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Nk Classes answered
  • a) In oxidation, oxygen is added to a substance: This is correct. Oxidation involves the addition of oxygen or the loss of electrons.
  • b) In reduction, hydrogen is added to a substance: This is correct. Reduction typically involves the addition of hydrogen or the gain of electrons.
  • c) Oxidizing agent is oxidized: This is incorrect. The oxidizing agent is actually reduced as it gains electrons during the reaction, thereby oxidising the other substance.
  • d) Reducing agent is oxidized: This is correct. The reducing agent loses electrons (is oxidized) while it reduces the other substance by donating electrons.

On keeping iron nails in copper sulphate solution for two hours, the colour of solution changes
  • a)
    from colourless to blue
  • b)
    from light green to blue
  • c)
    from blue to light green
  • d)
    from light green to colourless
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Rahul answered
When an iron nail immersed in the solution of copper sulphate than iron displaces copper from the solution of copper sulphate because iron is more reactive than copper. Therefore copper sulphate solution colour changes from blue to pale green.

Choose the correctly matched pair:
  • a)
    CaO + H₂O → Ca(OH)₂ + Heat - Combination Reaction
  • b)
    Fe + 4H₂O → Fe₃O₄ + 4H₂ - Decomposition Reaction
  • c)
    3Fe + 4H₂O → Fe₃O₄ + 4H₂ - Combination Reaction
  • d)
    CO + 2H₂ → CH₃OH - Displacement Reaction
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

  • Option A: CaO + H₂O → Ca(OH)₂ + Heat - This is correctly matched as a Combination Reaction. In this reaction, calcium oxide (CaO) reacts with water (H₂O) to form calcium hydroxide (Ca(OH)₂) and releases heat. This is a classic example of a combination reaction where two or more substances combine to form a single product.
  • Option B: Fe + 4H₂O → Fe₃O₄ + 4H₂ - This reaction is incorrectly labeled as a Decomposition Reaction. It is actually a redox reaction involving the oxidation of iron and the reduction of water.
  • Option C: 3Fe + 4H₂O → Fe₃O₄ + 4H₂ - This is also incorrectly labeled. Although there is a combination of elements involved, it is best described as a redox reaction rather than a simple Decomposition reaction.
  • Option D: CO + 2H₂ → CH₃OH - This is incorrectly matched as a Displacement Reaction. It is actually a synthesis reaction where carbon monoxide (CO) and hydrogen (H₂) combine to form methanol (CH₃OH).

In which form zinc metal is used from the laboratory to prepare hydrogen?
  • a)
    Rod
  • b)
    Powder
  • c)
    Filing
  • d)
    Granules
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Aditya Shah answered
Hydrogen is prepared in the lab by the action of acids on metals dilute. Sulphuric acid is added to granulated zinc. Zinc sulphate or zinc chloride is formed in solution and the hydrogen that is evolved is collected over water in a trough.

Which of the following solutions is coloured?
  • a)
    ZnSO4
  • b)
    FeSO4
  • c)
    Al2(SO4)3
  • d)
    Na2SO4
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Rishabh Datta answered
Solution:

Coloured Solutions

A solution is a homogeneous mixture of two or more substances. The solution is said to be coloured when it absorbs a particular wavelength of light and reflects the remaining wavelengths. The colour of the solution depends on the nature of the solute and solvent molecules present in it. Let's see which of the following solutions is coloured.

Given that the options are ZnSO4, FeSO4, Al2(SO4)3, and Na2SO4.

- ZnSO4: Zinc sulphate is a white crystalline solid that dissolves in water to form a colourless solution. Hence, ZnSO4 is not a coloured solution.
- FeSO4: Ferrous sulphate is a greenish-blue crystalline solid that dissolves in water to form a pale green-coloured solution. Hence, FeSO4 is a coloured solution.
- Al2(SO4)3: Aluminium sulphate is a white crystalline solid that dissolves in water to form a colourless solution. Hence, Al2(SO4)3 is not a coloured solution.
- Na2SO4: Sodium sulphate is a white crystalline solid that dissolves in water to form a colourless solution. Hence, Na2SO4 is not a coloured solution.

Hence, the correct answer is option B, FeSO4.

Which of the following is a balanced chemical equation?
  • a)
    H₂ + O₂ → H₂O
  • b)
    2H₂ + O₂ → H₂O
  • c)
    H₂ + 2O₂ → H₂O
  • d)
     
    2H₂ + O₂ → 2H₂O
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

2H2 + O2 → 2H2O
The balanced chemical equation is:

  • 2 molecules of hydrogen gas (H2) react with 1 molecule of oxygen gas (O2).

  • This produces 2 molecules of water (H2O).

  • Each side of the equation has 4 hydrogen atoms and 2 oxygen atoms, ensuring mass conservation.

  •  

What type of reaction is characterized by the formation of a single product from two or more reactants?
  • a)
    Combination Reaction
  • b)
    Decomposition Reaction
  • c)
    Displacement Reaction
  • d)
    Double Displacement Reaction
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

In a combination reaction, multiple reactants combine to form a single product. An example is the reaction between calcium oxide and water to produce calcium hydroxide. This type of reaction involves the synthesis of a new compound from the combining of elements or compounds.

Choose the correctly matched pair.
  • a)
    Burning of coal - C(s) + O2(g) → CO(g)
  • b)
    Formation of water - 2H2(g) + O2(g) → 2H2O2(l)
  • c)
    Respiration - C6H12O6(aq) + 6O2(aq) → 6CO2(aq) + 6H2O2(l) + energy
  • d)
    Whitewashing reaction - Ca(OH)2(aq) + CO2(g) → CaCO3(s) + H2O(l)
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

  • Let's analyze each option to determine the correctly matched pair:
  • Option A: (a) Burning of coal - C(s) + O2(g) → CO2(g)
  • This is a correct chemical equation for the burning of coal, which is a combination reaction. However, let's verify the other options before concluding.
  • Option B: (b) Formation of water - 2H2(g) + O2(g) → 2H2O(l)
  • This is also a correct chemical equation for the formation of water from hydrogen and oxygen, which is another example of a combination reaction. We need to check the remaining options as well.
  • Option C: (c) Respiration - C6H12O6(aq) + 6O2(aq) → 6CO2(aq) + 6H2O(l) + energy
  • This equation correctly represents the process of respiration, an exothermic reaction where glucose reacts with oxygen to produce carbon dioxide, water, and energy.
  • Option D: (d) Whitewashing reaction - Ca(OH)2(aq) + CO2(g) → CaCO3(s) + H2O(l)
  • This is the correct chemical equation for the whitewashing reaction. When calcium hydroxide reacts with carbon dioxide, it forms calcium carbonate (which gives a shiny finish on walls) and water.
  • All options are correctly matched pairs, but the question asks for one correctly matched pair. Therefore, Option D is chosen as it represents a familiar and specific application that students are likely to recognize easily.

Which form of energy is responsible for the decomposition reactions ?
  • a)
    Heat
  • b)
    All of these
  • c)
    Electricity
  • d)
    light
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Sahana Menon answered
Decomposition reactions and energy:
There are various forms of energy that can drive decomposition reactions, breaking down compounds into simpler substances.

All of these:
- Heat: Many decomposition reactions are initiated by heating the compound, which provides the necessary energy to break bonds and start the decomposition process. This is a common method used in industries and laboratories.
- Electricity: In some cases, passing an electric current through a compound can trigger decomposition reactions. This is known as electrolysis and is commonly used in processes like electroplating and water electrolysis.
- Light: Certain compounds can undergo decomposition reactions when exposed to light, especially ultraviolet light. This phenomenon is known as photolysis and is utilized in various chemical reactions.
Therefore, all of these forms of energy - heat, electricity, and light - can be responsible for driving decomposition reactions. Each form of energy provides the necessary activation energy to break the existing bonds in a compound, leading to its decomposition into simpler substances.

Assertion (A): The iron nail becomes brownish in color and the blue color of copper sulfate solution fades.
Reason (R): In the reaction Fe(s) + CuSO4(aq) → FeSO4(aq) + Cu(s), iron displaces copper in the copper sulfate solution.
  • a)
    If both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion
  • b)
    If both Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion
  • c)
    If Assertion is true but Reason is false
  • d)
    If both Assertion and Reason are false
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

  • The Assertion is true as the iron nail indeed becomes brownish and the blue color of the copper sulfate solution fades due to the displacement reaction described.
  • The Reason is also true as iron displaces copper from the copper sulfate solution.
  • The Reason is the correct explanation of the Assertion because the observed color changes are a direct result of the displacement reaction where iron replaces copper in the solution.

Assertion (A): Burning of natural gas is an example of an exothermic reaction.
Reason (R): Exothermic reactions release heat energy along with the formation of products.
  • a)
    If Assertion is true but Reason is false 
  • b)
    If both Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion
  • c)
    If both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion
  • d)
    If both Assertion and Reason are false
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Let's analyze the statements:
Assertion (A): Burning of natural gas is an example of an exothermic reaction.
  • This is true because burning natural gas (methane, CH4) releases heat energy.
Reason (R): Exothermic reactions release heat energy along with the formation of products.
  • This is also true because exothermic reactions are characterized by the release of heat energy during the reaction process.
Since both statements are true and the Reason correctly explains the Assertion: If both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.

Which among the following is a double displacement?
  • a)
    AgNO3 + KI → AgI + KNO3
  • b)
    Pb + CuCl2 → PbCl2 + Cu
  • c)
    C + O2 → CO2
  • d)
    SnO2 + C → Sn + CO2
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Pooja Shah answered
A metathesis reaction is also called a double displacement reaction is a chemical process involving the exchange of ions of cations and anions between reacting species resulting in the creation of two new chemical species. These are many types like precipitation reaction, neutralization reaction etc.

A chemical equation is said to be balanced if number of
  • a)
    Compounds are same in both sides
  • b)
    Molecules are same in both sides
  • c)
    Number of atoms is same in both sides
  • d)
    Number of electrons are same in both sides
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Debolina Nair answered
Balanced chemical equation: A balanced equation is a chemical equation in which number of atoms of each element is equal on both sides of the equation i.e number of atoms of an element on reactant side = number of atoms of that element on the product side.

Why does an iron nail become brownish in color and the blue color of copper sulfate solution fades?
  • a)
    Due to a chemical reaction with air
  • b)
    Because of a change in temperature
  • c)
    As a result of a displacement reaction
  • d)
    Through a physical reaction with water
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Divey Sethi answered
  • When an iron nail is immersed in a copper sulfate solution, a displacement reaction occurs.
  • In this reaction, iron displaces copper from copper sulfate solution, leading to the formation of iron sulfate and metallic copper.
  • This explains why the iron nail turns brownish and the blue color of the copper sulfate solution fades, showcasing a classic example of a displacement reaction.

Aqueous solution of which of the following is colourless?
  • a)
    FeSO4
  • b)
    ZnSO4
  • c)
    Al2(SO4)3
  • d)
    Both (b) and (c)
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Nikita verma answered
Title: Colourless Aqueous Solution

There are various types of aqueous solutions that can be coloured or colourless. The answer to the given question is option 'D' which states that both ZnSO4 and Al2(SO4)3 are colourless. Let us understand the reason behind this.

Aqueous Solution:
An aqueous solution is a solution in which water acts as a solvent. It is a homogeneous mixture of one or more substances (called solutes) dissolved in water (called the solvent). The solute can be a solid, liquid, or gas.

Colourless Aqueous Solution:
A colourless aqueous solution is a solution that does not have any colour. The absence of colour in a solution indicates that the solute does not absorb any visible light, or absorbs light in a way that does not result in the perception of colour.

FeSO4:
Iron(II) sulfate or ferrous sulfate, commonly known as FeSO4, is a salt with the formula FeSO4. It is a greenish or yellowish crystalline solid, and its aqueous solution is light green. Hence, FeSO4 is not a colourless aqueous solution.

ZnSO4:
Zinc sulfate or ZnSO4 is a colourless crystalline solid. Its aqueous solution is also colourless. The reason behind this is that the Zn2+ ion does not have any unpaired electrons in its d-orbital, which means it does not absorb light in the visible region. Hence, ZnSO4 is a colourless aqueous solution.

Al2(SO4)3:
Aluminum sulfate or Al2(SO4)3 is a white crystalline solid. Its aqueous solution is also colourless. The reason behind this is that the Al3+ ion does not have any unpaired electrons in its d-orbital, which means it does not absorb light in the visible region. Hence, Al2(SO4)3 is a colourless aqueous solution.

Conclusion:
From the above discussion, we can conclude that FeSO4 is not a colourless aqueous solution, while ZnSO4 and Al2(SO4)3 are colourless aqueous solutions.

Identify the reaction: 
AgNO3(aq) + KCl(aq) → AgCl↓ + KNO3(aq)
  • a)
    Combination reaction
  • b)
    Decomposition reaction
  • c)
    Precipitation reaction
  • d)
    None of these
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Tushar Kumar answered
Understanding the Reaction
The reaction in question is:
AgNO3(aq) + KCl(aq) → AgCl↓ + KNO3(aq)
This equation represents the interaction of silver nitrate and potassium chloride in aqueous solution.
What is a Precipitation Reaction?
- A precipitation reaction occurs when two soluble salts react in solution to form an insoluble product, known as a precipitate.
- In this case, AgCl is the precipitate, which is insoluble in water, and it forms as a solid that can be seen separating from the solution.
Identifying the Components
- Reactants:
- AgNO3 (silver nitrate) and KCl (potassium chloride) are both soluble in water and dissociate into their respective ions.
- Products:
- AgCl (silver chloride) is the insoluble precipitate that forms and KNO3 (potassium nitrate) remains soluble.
Why is it a Precipitation Reaction?
- The formation of AgCl (a solid) from the reaction indicates that a new substance is created that cannot stay dissolved in the solution.
- The downward arrow (↓) next to AgCl signifies that it is a precipitate.
Conclusion
In summary, the reaction between AgNO3 and KCl is classified as a precipitation reaction (option C) because it results in the formation of an insoluble solid (AgCl) from the interaction of two aqueous solutions. This is a key concept in understanding chemical reactions and their classifications in chemistry.

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