Chemistry JAMB

In the diagram below; the gas produced is?

A. NO
B. NO2
C. N2O
D. N2O4

Correct Answer:

Option A – NO

Action of dilute (50% of HNO3) will give 8HNO3(l) + 3Cu(s) → 3Cu(NO3)2(aq) + 2NO(g) + 4H2O(l)  Whereas 

Action of Conc HNO3 will give 4HNO3(l) + Cu(s) → Cu(NO3)2(aq) + 2NO2(g) + 2H2O(l) The copper nitrate salt that forms is a deep blue colour. The nitrogen dioxide is a maroon vapour.

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