Which of the following is the parent compound of naturally occurring sulphuric acid?
A
Sulfur trioxide
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B
Hydrogen sulphide
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C
Hydrogen peroxide
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D
Iron sulphide
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Solution
The correct option is DIron sulphide Iron sulphide is the parent compound of naturally occurring sulphuric acid. Sulphuric acid is formed by the oxidation of sulphide minerals, such as pyrite (iron sulphide).