Question

In each of following cases give the name or structure of one compound which fits the information given. Explain your reasoning and write equations for the reactions involved.

a. R is a liquid which react vigorously with concentrated aqueous ammonia to form a solid which is readily dehydrated by warning with phosphorus v oxide.

b. S is a liquid which dissolves in hot aqueous sodium hydroxide to form a solution which on cooling and acidifying precipitate a white solid. A solution of this solid evolves carbon iv oxide with aqueous sodium carbonate.

Answer 1

a) $R+Ammonia =Ammonium Nitrate$

Accelerates the burning of combustible material. Produces toxic oxides of nitrogen during combustion. Used to make fertilizers and explosives, and as a nutrient.

b) Aqueous solutions of magnesium chloride and sodium hydroxide react with seashells to form solid calcium oxide and gaseous carbon dioxide.