Which one of the following statements is correct when SO2 is passed through acidified K2Cr2O7 solution?
A
Green Cr2(SO4)3 is formed
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B
The solution turns blue
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C
The solution is decolourized
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D
SO2 is reduced
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Solution
The correct option is A Green Cr2(SO4)3 is formed K2Cr2O7→Cr2(SO4)3 green solution is obtained where as SO2 oxidises into sulphate SO42− (K2Cr2O7+3SO2+H2SO4→Cr2(SO4)3+H2O+K2SO4)