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CHM 102 Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis in Organic Chemistry Objective Question
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Question

What does the Carius method for halogens use as oxidizing agent?
Options
A Sulfuric acid
B Fuming nitric acid (HNO₃)
Correct Answer
C Hydrochloric acid
D Perchloric acid
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

In the Carius method, the sample is heated with fuming nitric acid (HNO₃) in a sealed tube to oxidize the organic matter and liberate halogens, which are then precipitated as silver halides.

Hint

Strong oxidizing acid.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis in Organic Chemistry
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 855 of 1999
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