Question

State whether true or false :

Concentrated ${\mathrm{H}}_2{\mathrm{SO}}_4$, is used as a drying agent, used to obtain dry Hydrogen chloride.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is A True

• Dehydrating agent: The compound which is able to remove the water molecule from the given substance is a dehydrating agent.
• Sulphuric acid$\left(H_2{\mathrm{SO}}_4\right)$ works as a good dehydrating agent.
• Sulphuric acid has a great affinity for water and it removes the water molecules easily.
• The obtained Hydrogen chloride contains moisture which is passed through Sulphuric acid so that the water content can get removed.
• Therefore, the given statement is true.