Give reasons for the following:
Aqueous solution of ammonia gives a pungent smell.

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Aqueous solution of ammonia gives pungent smell because of the presence of ammonia.

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(a) Liquid ammonia is used as a refrigerant in ice plants.

(b) Aqueous solution of ammonia is used for removing grease stains from woollen clothes.

(d) Aqueous solution of ammonia conducts electricity.

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Give reason for the following :

Ammonia is unionised in the gaseous state but in the aqueous solution is a weak electrolyte.

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