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Question
State how hydrogen occurs in the free state. Name three compounds containing hydrogen in the combined state.
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Solution
- In free state : In traces in the earth’s crust and atmosphere and in volcanic gases. It is also found in huge amount in the interior of the sun.
- In combined state : In organic compounds, plant and animals, in acids, in water.
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