Liquid ammonia and 60% nitric acid reaction (which produces ammonium nitrate) is___________________?
Correct answer: A. Exothermic
- A. Exothermic
- B. Endothermic
- C. Autocatalytic
- D. None of these
Explanation
Neutralisation of ammonia by nitric acid releases heat, so the reaction is exothermic. This heat release is important in controlling ammonium nitrate production.
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