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In the laboratory preparation of HCl gas from sodium chloride, state why the following is preferred. Conc. H2SO4 as a reactant.

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In the laboratory preparation of HCl gas from sodium chloride, state why the following is preferred.

Conc. H2SO4 as a reactant.

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It is a non-volatile acid with a high boiling point. It can displace the volatile (HCl) gas from its salt when heated.

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Chapter 8: Study of Compounds: Hydrogen Chloride - Intext Question [Page 165]

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Lakhmir Singh Chemistry [English] Class 10 ICSE
Chapter 8 Study of Compounds: Hydrogen Chloride
Intext Question | Q 11. (i) | Page 165
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