In Kjeldahl's method of estimation of nitrogen, $K_{2} S O_{4}$ acts as:

Catalytic agent

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Boiling point elevator

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Hydrolysis agent

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Oxidizing agent

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Solution

The correct option is B Boiling point elevator
Addition of $K_{2} S O_{4}$ increases the boiling point of $H_{2} S O_{4}$ .

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