Asked in HEC Phase I 2017 2017Moderate

The products of decomposition of Mg(NO3)2 are:

Correct answer: C. MgO, NO2, O2

  • A. MgO and NO2
  • B. Mg and NO2
  • C. MgO, NO2, O2
  • D. Mg(NO3)2

Explanation

The thermal decomposition of nitrates of group 2 produces metal oxide, nitrogen dioxide and oxygen. 2Mg(NO3)2 -> 2MgO + 4NO2 + O2 Hence, only option C is correct while others are incorrect.

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