Question

Study the following observation and name the anion present in the reaction:

When a crystalline solid ‘P’ is warmed with concentrated H₂SO₄ and copper turnings a reddish brown gas is released.

Identify the anion present in the following compound:

Compound X on heating with copper turnings and conc. sulphuric acid liberates a reddish brown gas.

Answer 1

Nitrate