Question

Dumas' method involves the determination of nitrogen content in the organic compound in the form of:

• A. $N{H}_3$
• B. $N_2$
• C. $NaCN$
• D. $(N{H}_4{)}_{2}S{O}_4$

Answer 1

The correct option is B $N_2$

Dumas' method involves the determination of nitrogen content in the organic compound in the form of nitrogen $\left(N_2\right)$. Organic compound is oxidized with cupric oxide in an atmosphere of carbon dioxide which gives free nitrogen along-with carbon dioxide and water.