JEE Main & Advanced Chemistry The s-Block Elements / s-ब्लॉक के तत्व Question Bank Self Evaluation Test - The s-Block Elements

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    When a crystal of caustic soda is exposed to air,  a liquid layer is deposited because :        

    A) Crystal loses water         

    B) Crystal absorbs moisture and \[C{{O}_{2}}\]

    C) Crystal melts

    D) Crystal sublimes  

    Correct Answer: B

    Solution :

    [b] It is hygroscopic and deliquescent. It absorbs moisture and \[C{{O}_{2}}\] to form \[N{{a}_{2}}C{{O}_{3}}\] \[2NaOH+C{{O}_{2}}\xrightarrow{{}}N{{a}_{2}}C{{O}_{3}}+{{H}_{2}}O\]


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