In Orsat's apparatus, ammoniacal cuprous chloride is used for selectivity absorbing________________?

Correct answer: A. CO

  • A. CO
  • B. CO2
  • C. O2
  • D. H2O

Explanation

Ammoniacal cuprous chloride forms a complex with carbon monoxide and removes it selectively from the flue-gas sample. Carbon dioxide is absorbed by alkali, while oxygen is absorbed by alkaline pyrogallol in Orsat analysis.

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