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Question
Give reasons for the following:
Aqueous solution of ammonia gives a pungent smell.
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Solution
Aqueous ammonia solution has a pungent smell because when ammonium hydroxide is exposed to air, it produces ammonia gas, which gives it a pungent smell.
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