Question

$CH{Cl}_3$ does not give white ppt. with $Ag{NO}_3$ because it:

• A. is a covalent compound
• B. does not give $Cl$ ions in solution
• C. is not dissociated in water
• D. none of the above

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B), (C)

The correct options are
A is a covalent compound
B is not dissociated in water
C does not give $Cl$ ions in solution

$CH{Cl}_3$ does not give white ppt. with $Ag{NO}_3$ because it:
(A) is a covalent compound
(B) does not give $Cl$ ions in solution
(C) is not dissociated in water
On the other hand, ionic compounds such as $NaCl$ dissociate in water to give sodium ions and chloride ions. The chloride ions thus obtained react with silver ions to form white ppt of $AgCl$.