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The gas which cannot be dried by conc. HSO4

Correct answer: B. H2S (hydrogen sulfide) cannot be dried by concentrated sulfuric acid (H2SO4)

  • A. SO2 (sulfur dioxide)
  • B. H2S (hydrogen sulfide) cannot be dried by concentrated sulfuric acid (H2SO4)
  • C. CO2 (carbon dioxide)
  • D. C2H4 (ethylene)

Explanation

Reason: H2S reacts with concentrated H2SO4, forming sulfur and water:H2S + H2SO4 → S + 2H2O

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