Reaction of Acids with Metal Carbonates and Bicarbonates
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Question
What happens when Hydrogen Chloride reacts with atmospheric water vapour?
A
Red fumes are formed.
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B
White fumes are formed.
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C
Green fumes are formed.
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D
The gas formed is colourless.
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Solution
The correct option is B White fumes are formed. Hydrogen Chloride present in gaseous form reacts with atmospheric water vapor to form white fumes of Hydrochloric acid.