MCQ (Single Correct Answer)

1

Find the correct statements related to group 15 hydrides.

A. Reducing nature increases from $\mathrm{NH}_3$ to $\mathrm{BiH}_3$

B. Tendency to donate lone pair of electrons decreases from $\mathrm{NH}_3$ to $\mathrm{BiH}_3$

C. The stability of hydrides decreases from $\mathrm{NH}_3$ to $\mathrm{BiH}_3$

D. HEH bond angle decreases from $\mathrm{NH}_3$ to $\mathrm{SbH}_3(\mathrm{E}=$ Elements of group 15)

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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2

Treatment of a gas ' $X$ ' with a freshly prepared ferrous sulphate solution gives a compound ' $Y$ ' as a brown ring. The compounds X and Y are.

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Given below are two statements :

Statement I : Aluminium is more electropositive than thallium as the standard electrode potential value of $\mathrm{E}^{\circ} \mathrm{Al}^{3+} / \mathrm{Al}$ is negative and $\mathrm{E}^{\circ} \mathrm{Tl}^{3+} / \mathrm{Tl}$ is positive.

Statement II : The sum of first three ionization enthalpies of boron is very high when compared to that of aluminium. Due to this reason boron forms covalent compounds only and aluminium forms $\mathrm{Al}^{3+}$ ion.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below

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Given below are two statements :

Statement I: Aluminium upon reaction with NaOH forms $\left[\mathrm{Al}(\mathrm{OH})_6\right]^{3-}$ ion.

Statement II : The geometry of $\mathrm{ICl}_4^{-}, \mathrm{ClO}_3^{-}$and $\mathrm{IBr}_2^{-}$is square planar, pyramidal and linear respectively.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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Correct statements from the following are:

A. Nitrogen in oxidation states from +1 to +4 disproportionates in acid medium.

B. Nitrogen has the ability to form $\mathrm{d} \pi$ - $\mathrm{p} \pi$ multiple bonds with itself and other elements with small size and high electronegativity.

C. N-N single bond is stronger than P-P single bond.

D. Nitrogen has highest density in its group due to small size.

E. The maximum covalency of nitrogen is four since it has only four valence orbitals for bonding.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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The electronegativity of a group 13 element ' E ' is same as that of Ge (on Pauling scale and upto one decimal point). The CORRECT statements about $\mathrm{E}^{3+}$ are

A. It can act as a reducing agent.

B. It can act as an oxidizing agent.

C. $\mathrm{E}^{3+}$ is more stable than $\mathrm{E}^{+}$.

D. The standard electrode potential value for $\mathrm{E}^{3+} / \mathrm{E}$ is positive.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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A monoatomic anion (A ) has 45 neutrons and 36 electrons. Atomic mass, group in the periodic table and physical state at room temperature of the element (A) respectively are

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Given below are two statements :

Statement I : The covalency of oxygen is generally two but it can exceed upto four. The oxidation state of oxygen in $\mathrm{SO}_2$ is -2 and in $\mathrm{OF}_2$ it is +2 .

Statement II : The anomalous behaviour of oxygen when compared to the other elements of group 16 is due to its small size and high electronegativity.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below

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Given below are two statements :

Statement I: The second ionization enthalpy of B, Al and Ga is in the order of B > Al > Ga.

Statement II: The correct order in terms of first ionization enthalpy is Si < Ge < Pb < Sn.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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10

Consider the following reactions

$\mathrm{Na_2B_4O_7} \xrightarrow{\Delta} 2X + Y$

$\mathrm{CuSO_4} + Y \xrightarrow{\text{Non-Luminous flame}} Z + SO_3$

$2Z + 2X + \text{Carbon} \xrightarrow{\text{Luminous flame}} 2Q + \mathrm{Na_2B_4O_7} + CO$

The oxidation states of Cu in Z and Q, respectively are :

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Given below are two statements :

Statement I : The increasing order of boiling point of hydrogen halides is HCl < HBr < HI < HF.

Statement II : The increasing order of melting point of hydrogen halides is HCl < HBr < HF < HI.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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Regarding the hydrides of group 15 elements $\mathrm{EH}_3(\mathrm{E}=\mathrm{N}, \mathrm{P}, \mathrm{As}, \mathrm{Sb})$, select the correct statement from the following :

A. The stability of hydrides decreases down the group.

B. The basicity of hydrides decreases down the group.

C. The reducing character increases down the group.

D. The boiling point increases down the group.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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" X " is an oxoanion of the lightest element of group 7 (in the periodic table). The metal is in +6 oxidation state in " X ". The color of the potassium salt of X is

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Choose the INCORRECT statement

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It is noticed that $\mathrm{Pb}^{2+}$ is more stable than $\mathrm{Pb}^{4+}$ but $\mathrm{Sn}^{2+}$ is less stable than $\mathrm{Sn}^{4+}$. Observe the following reactions.

$$ \begin{aligned} & \mathrm{PbO}_2+\mathrm{Pb} \rightarrow 2 \mathrm{PbO} ; \Delta_{\mathrm{r}} \mathrm{G}^{\circ}(1) \\ & \mathrm{SnO}_2+\mathrm{Sn} \rightarrow 2 \mathrm{SnO} ; \Delta_{\mathrm{r}} \mathrm{G}^{\circ}(2) \end{aligned} $$

Identify the correct set from the following

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The correct statements from the following are :

A. Ionic radii of trivalent cations of group 13 elements decreases down the group.

B. Electronegativity of group 13 elements decreases down the group.

C. Among the group 13 elements, Boron has highest first ionisation enthalpy.

D. The trichloride and triiodide of group 13 elements are covalent in nature.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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Given below are two statements :

Statement I : Elements ' $X$ ' and ' $Y$ ' are the most and least electronegative elements, respectively among $\mathrm{N}, \mathrm{As}, \mathrm{Sb}$ and P . The nature of the oxides $\mathrm{X}_2 \mathrm{O}_3$ and $\mathrm{Y}_2 \mathrm{O}_3$ is acidic and amphoteric, respectively.

Statement II : $\mathrm{BCl}_3$ is covalent in nature and gets hydrolysed in water. It produces $\left[\mathrm{B}(\mathrm{OH})_4\right]^{-}$ and $\left[\mathrm{B}\left(\mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{O}\right)_6\right]^{3+}$ in aqueous medium.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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Given below are two statements :

Statement I : The halogen that makes longest bond with hydrogen in HX, has the smallest covalent radius in its group.

Statement II : A group 15 element's hydride $\mathrm{EH}_3$ has the lowest boiling point among corresponding hydrides of other group 15 elements. The maximum covalency of that element E is 4 .

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below

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A 'p'-block element $(\mathrm{E})$ and hydrogen form a binary cation $\left(\mathrm{EH}_{\mathrm{x}}\right)^{+}$, while $\mathrm{EH}_3$ on treatment with $\mathrm{K}_2 \mathrm{HgI}_4$ in alkaline medium gives a precipitate of basic mercury(II)amido-iodine. Given below are first ionisation enthalpy values $\left(\mathrm{kJ} \mathrm{mol}^{-1}\right)$ for first element each from group 13, 14, 15 and 16. Identify the correct first ionisation enthalpy value for element E.

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Consider the following reactions.

$\underset{\text { (Hot solution) }}{\mathrm{PbCl}_2}+\mathrm{K}_2 \mathrm{CrO}_4 \rightarrow A+2 \mathrm{KCl}$

$$ \begin{aligned} & \mathrm{A}+\mathrm{NaOH} \rightleftharpoons \mathrm{~B}+\mathrm{Na}_2 \mathrm{CrO}_4 \\ & \mathrm{PbSO}_4+4 \mathrm{CH}_3 \mathrm{COONH}_4 \rightarrow\left(\mathrm{NH}_4\right)_2 \mathrm{SO}_4+\mathrm{X} \end{aligned} $$

In the above reactions, $\mathrm{A}, \mathrm{B}$ and X are respectively.

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Given below are two statements :

Statement I : The number of pairs among $\left[\mathrm{SiO}_2, \mathrm{CO}_2\right],\left[\mathrm{SnO}, \mathrm{SnO}_2\right],\left[\mathrm{PbO}, \mathrm{PbO}_2\right]$ and $\left[\mathrm{GeO}, \mathrm{GeO}_2\right]$, which contain oxides that are both amphoteric is 2 .

Statement II : $\mathrm{BF}_3$ is an electron deficient molecule, can act as a Lewis acid, forms adduct with $\mathrm{NH}_3$ and has a trigonal planar geometry.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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The correct statements from the following are :

(A) Tl3+ is a powerful oxidising agent

(B) Al3+ does not get reduced easily

(C) Both Al3+ and Tl3+ are very stable in solution

(D) Tl1+ is more stable than Tl3+

(E) Al3+ and Tl1+ are highly stable

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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23

Given below are two statements :

Statement (I) : The first ionisation enthalpy of group 14 elements is higher than the corresponding elements of group 13.

Statement (II) : Melting points and boiling points of group 13 elements are in general much higher than those of corresponding elements of group 14.

In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :

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Given below are two statements:

Statement I: Nitrogen forms oxides with +1 to +5 oxidation states due to the formation of $\mathrm{p} \pi-\mathrm{p} \pi$ bond with oxygen.

Statement II: Nitrogen does not form halides with +5 oxidation state due to the absence of d-orbital in it.

In the light of given statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below.

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Given below are the pairs of group 13 elements showing their relation in terms of atomic radius. $(\mathrm{B}<\mathrm{Al}),(\mathrm{Al}<\mathrm{Ga}),(\mathrm{Ga}<\mathrm{In})$ and $(\mathrm{In}<\mathrm{Tl})$ Identify the elements present in the incorrect pair and in that pair find out the element (X) that has higher ionic radius $\left(\mathrm{M}^{3+}\right)$ than the other one. The atomic number of the element $(\mathrm{X})$ is

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Given below are two statements :

Statement I : The N - N single bond is weaker and longer than that of P - P single bond.

Statement II : Compounds of group 15 elements in +3 oxidation states readily undergo disproportionation reactions.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below

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The nature of oxide $\left(\mathrm{TeO}_2\right)$ and hydride $\left(\mathrm{TeH}_2\right)$ formed by Te , respectively are :
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The large difference between the melting and boiling points of oxygen and sulphur may be explained on the basis of

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The incorrect statement among the following is

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The maximum covalency of a non-metallic group 15 element ' E ' with weakest $\mathrm{E}-\mathrm{E}$ bond is :

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Given below are two statements : one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R).

Assertion (A) : Both rhombic and monoclinic sulphur exist as $$\mathrm{S}_8$$ while oxygen exists as $$\mathrm{O}_2$$.

Reason (R) : Oxygen forms $$p \pi-p \pi$$ multiple bonds with itself and other elements having small size and high electronegativity like $$\mathrm{C}, \mathrm{N}$$, which is not possible for sulphur.

In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :

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On reaction of Lead Sulphide with dilute nitric acid which of the following is not formed?

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Identify the correct statements about p-block elements and their compounds.

(A) Non metals have higher electronegativity than metals.

(B) Non metals have lower ionisation enthalpy than metals.

(C) Compounds formed between highly reactive nonmetals and highly reactive metals are generally ionic.

(D) The non-metal oxides are generally basic in nature.

(E) The metal oxides are generally acidic or neutral in nature.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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Identify the incorrect statements about group 15 elements :

(A) Dinitrogen is a diatomic gas which acts like an inert gas at room temperature.

(B) The common oxidation states of these elements are $$-3,+3$$ and +5.

(C) Nitrogen has unique ability to form $$\mathrm{p} \pi-\mathrm{p} \pi$$ multiple bonds.

(D) The stability of +5 oxidation states increases down the group.

(E) Nitrogen shows a maximum covalency of 6.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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In qualitative test for identification of presence of phosphorous, the compound is heated with an oxidising agent. Which is further treated with nitric acid and ammonium molybdate respectively. The yellow coloured precipitate obtained is :

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Give below are two statements: One is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R:

Assertion A: The stability order of +1 oxidation state of $$\mathrm{Ga}$$, In and $$\mathrm{Tl}$$ is Ga < In < Tl.

Reason R: The inert pair effect stabilizes the lower oxidation state down the group.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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Among the following halogens

$$\mathrm{F}_2, \mathrm{Cl}_2, \mathrm{Br}_2 \text { and } \mathrm{I}_2$$

Which can undergo disproportionation reactions?

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Evaluate the following statements related to group 14 elements for their correctness.

(A) Covalent radius decreases down the group from $$\mathrm{C}$$ to $$\mathrm{Pb}$$ in a regular manner.

(B) Electronegativity decreases from $$\mathrm{C}$$ to $$\mathrm{Pb}$$ down the group gradually.

(C) Maximum covalance of $$\mathrm{C}$$ is 4 whereas other elements can expand their covalance due to presence of d orbitals.

(D) Heavier elements do not form $$\mathrm{p} \pi-\mathrm{p} \pi$$ bonds.

(E) Carbon can exhibit negative oxidation states.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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Given below are two statements :

Statement I : Gallium is used in the manufacturing of thermometers.

Statement II : A thermometer containing gallium is useful for measuring the freezing point $$(256 \mathrm{~K})$$ of brine solution.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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40

Which of the following material is not a semiconductor.

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The correct statements from the following are :

(A) The decreasing order of atomic radii of group 13 elements is $$\mathrm{Tl}>\mathrm{In}>\mathrm{Ga}>\mathrm{Al}>\mathrm{B}$$.

(B) Down the group 13 electronegativity decreases from top to bottom.

(C) $$\mathrm{Al}$$ dissolves in dil. $$\mathrm{HCl}$$ and liberates $$\mathrm{H}_2$$ but conc. $$\mathrm{HNO}_3$$ renders $$\mathrm{Al}$$ passive by forming a protective oxide layer on the surface.

(D) All elements of group 13 exhibits highly stable +1 oxidation state.

(E) Hybridisation of $$\mathrm{Al}$$ in $$[\mathrm{Al}(\mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{O})_6]^{3+}$$ ion is $$\mathrm{sp}^3 \mathrm{d}^2$$.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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The number of neutrons present in the more abundant isotope of boron is '$$x$$'. Amorphous boron upon heating with air forms a product, in which the oxidation state of boron is '$$y$$'. The value of $$x+y$$ is _________ .

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Given below are two statements :

Statement (I) : $\mathrm{SiO}_2$ and $\mathrm{GeO}_2$ are acidic while $\mathrm{SnO}$ and $\mathrm{PbO}$ are amphoteric in nature.

Statement (II) : Allotropic forms of carbon are due to property of catenation and $\mathrm{p} \pi-\mathrm{d} \pi$ bond formation.

In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :
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The strongest reducing agent among the following is :
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Given below are two statements:

Statement I : Group 13 trivalent halides get easily hydrolyzed by water due to their covalent nature.

Statement II : $$\mathrm{AlCl}_3$$ upon hydrolysis in acidified aqueous solution forms octahedral $$\left[\mathrm{Al}\left(\mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{O}\right)_6\right]^{3+}$$ ion.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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Given below are two statements:

Statement I : $$\mathrm{S}_8$$ solid undergoes disproportionation reaction under alkaline conditions to form $$\mathrm{S}^{2-}$$ and $$\mathrm{S}_2 \mathrm{O}_3{ }^{2-}$$.

Statement II : $$\mathrm{ClO}_4^{-}$$ can undergo disproportionation reaction under acidic condition.

In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :

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Choose the correct statements from the following

A. All group 16 elements form oxides of general formula $$\mathrm{EO}_2$$ and $$\mathrm{EO}_3$$, where $$\mathrm{E}=\mathrm{S}, \mathrm{Se}, \mathrm{Te}$$ and $$\mathrm{Po}$$. Both the types of oxides are acidic in nature.

B. $$\mathrm{TeO}_2$$ is an oxidising agent while $$\mathrm{SO}_2$$ is reducing in nature.

C. The reducing property decreases from $$\mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{~S}$$ to $$\mathrm{H}_2$$ Te down the group.

D. The ozone molecule contains five lone pairs of electrons.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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Consider the oxides of group 14 elements $$\mathrm{SiO}_2, \mathrm{GeO}_2, \mathrm{SnO}_2, \mathrm{PbO}_2, \mathrm{CO}$$ and $$\mathrm{GeO}$$. The amphoteric oxides are

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Give below are two statements:

Statement - I: Noble gases have very high boiling points.

Statement - II: Noble gases are monoatomic gases. They are held together by strong dispersion forces. Because of this they are liquefied at very low temperature. Hence, they have very high boiling points.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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A and B formed in the following reactions are:

$$\begin{aligned} & \mathrm{CrO}_2 \mathrm{Cl}_2+4 \mathrm{NaOH} \rightarrow \mathrm{A}+2 \mathrm{NaCl}+2 \mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{O}, \\ & \mathrm{A}+2 \mathrm{HCl}+2 \mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{O}_2 \rightarrow \mathrm{B}+3 \mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{O} \end{aligned}$$

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Choose the correct statements about the hydrides of group 15 elements.

A. The stability of the hydrides decreases in the order $$\mathrm{NH}_3>\mathrm{PH}_3>\mathrm{AsH}_3> \mathrm{SbH}_3>\mathrm{BiH}_3$$.

B. The reducing ability of the hydride increases in the order $$\mathrm{NH}_3<\mathrm{PH}_3<\mathrm{AsH}_3 <\mathrm{SbH}_3<\mathrm{BiH}_3$$.

C. Among the hydrides, $$\mathrm{NH}_3$$ is strong reducing agent while $$\mathrm{BiH}_3$$ is mild reducing agent.

D. The basicity of the hydrides increases in the order $$\mathrm{NH}_3<\mathrm{PH}_3<\mathrm{AsH}_3< \mathrm{SbH}_3<\mathrm{BiH}_3$$.

Choose the most appropriate from the options given below :

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The Lassiagne's extract is boiled with dil $$\mathrm{HNO}_3$$ before testing for halogens because,

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On passing a gas, '$$\mathrm{X}$$', through Nessler's regent, a brown precipitate is obtained. The gas '$$\mathrm{X}$$' is

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Identify the incorrect pair from the following :

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Given below are two statements :

Statement (I) : Oxygen being the first member of group 16 exhibits only -2 oxidation state.

Statement (II) : Down the group 16 stability of +4 oxidation state decreases and +6 oxidation state increases.

In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :

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Element not showing variable oxidation state is :

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Given below are two statements : one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R).

Assertion (A) : Melting point of Boron (2453 K) is unusually high in group 13 elements.

Reason (R) : Solid Boron has very strong crystalline lattice.

In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below ;

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During water-gas shift reaction
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For a good quality cement, the ratio of silica to alumina is found to be :
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The correct group of halide ions which can be oxidised by oxygen in acidic medium is :

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The covalency and oxidation state respectively of boron in $$\left[\mathrm{BF}_{4}\right]^{-}$$, are :

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The incorrect statement from the following for borazine is :

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Given below are two statements :

Statement I : Boron is extremely hard indicating its high lattice energy.

Statement II : Boron has highest melting and boiling point compared to its other group members.

In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :

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Given below are two statements :

Statement I : $$\mathrm{SbCl}_{5}$$ is more covalent than $$\mathrm{SbCl}_{3}$$

Statement II: The higher oxides of halogens also tend to be more stable than the lower ones.

In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :

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Which one of the following pairs is an example of polar molecular solids?

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One mole of $$\mathrm{P}_{4}$$ reacts with 8 moles of $$\mathrm{SOCl}_{2}$$ to give 4 moles of $$\mathrm{A}, x$$ mole of $$\mathrm{SO}_{2}$$ and 2 moles of $$\mathrm{B} . \mathrm{A}, \mathrm{B}$$ and $$x$$ respectively are :

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For compound having the formula $$\mathrm{GaAlCl}_{4}$$, the correct option from the following is :

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Match List I with List II

LIST I
Name of reaction
LIST II
Reagent used
A. Hell-Volhard-Zelinsky reaction I. $$NaOH + {I_2}$$
B. Iodoform reaction II. (i) $$Cr{O_2}C{l_2},C{S_2}$$ (ii) $${H_2}O$$
C. Etard reaction III. (i) $$B{r_2}$$ / red phosphorus (ii) $$H_2O$$
D. Gatterman-Koch reaction IV. $$CO,HCl,$$, anhyd. $$AlC{l_3}$$

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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The correct order of bond enthalpy ($$\mathrm{kJ~mol^{-1}}$$) is :

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For electron gain enthalpies of the elements denoted as $$\Delta_{\mathrm{eg}} \mathrm{H}$$, the incorrect option is :

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Given below are two statements:

Statement I : Chlorine can easily combine with oxygen to form oxides; and the product has a tendency to explode.

Statement II : Chemical reactivity of an element can be determined by its reaction with oxygen and halogens.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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The Lewis acid character of boron tri halides follows the order :
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Given below are two statements :

Statement I: Upon heating a borax bead dipped in cupric sulphate in a luminous flame, the colour of the bead becomes green

Statement II: The green colour observed is due to the formation of copper(I) metaborate

In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :
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Boric acid is solid, whereas $\mathrm{BF}_3$ is gas at room temperature because of :
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During the borax bead test with $$\mathrm{CuSO_4}$$, a blue green colour of the bead was observed in oxidising flame due to the formation of :

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"A" obtained by Ostwald's method involving air oxidation of NH$$_3$$, upon further air oxidation produces "B", "B" on hydration forms an oxoacid of Nitrogen along with evolution of "A". The oxoacid also produces "A" and gives positive brown ring test.

Identify A and B, respectively :

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Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R

Assertion A : Carbon forms two important oxides - CO and CO$$_2$$. CO is neutral whereas CO$$_2$$ is acidic in nature

Reason R : CO$$_2$$ can combine with water in a limited way to form carbonic acid, while CO is sparingly soluble in water

In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :

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A. Ammonium salts produce haze in atmosphere.

B. Ozone gets produced when atmospheric oxygen reacts with chlorine radicals.

C. Polychlorinated biphenyls act as cleansing solvents.

D. 'Blue baby' syndrome occurs due to the presence of excess of sulphate ions in water.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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Potassium dichromate acts as a strong oxidizing agent in acidic solution. During this process, the oxidation state changes from :

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Reaction of thionyl chloride with white phosphorus forms a compound [A], which on hydrolysis gives [B], a dibasic acid. [A] and [B] are respectively :

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Compound A reacts with NH$$_4$$Cl and forms a compound B. Compound B reacts with H$$_2$$O and excess of CO$$_2$$ to form compound C which on passing through or reaction with saturated NaCl solution forms sodium hydrogen carbonate. Compound A, B and C, are respectively :

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$$\mathrm{K_2Cr_2O_7}$$ paper acidified with dilute $$\mathrm{H_2SO_4}$$ turns green when exposed to :

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Which of the Phosphorus oxoacid can create silver mirror from $$\mathrm{AgNO_3}$$ solution?

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In liquation process used for tin (Sn), the metal :

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Given below are two statements.

Statement I : Stannane is an example of a molecular hydride.

Statement II : Stannane is a planar molecule.

In the light of the above statement, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.

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When borax is heated with $$\mathrm{CoO}$$ on a platinum loop, blue coloured bead formed is largely due to :

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Dinitrogen is a robust compound, but reacts at high altitudes to form oxides. The oxide of nitrogen that can damage plant leaves and retard photosynthesis is :

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White phosphorus reacts with thionyl chloride to give :

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Concentrated $$\mathrm{HNO}_{3}$$ reacts with Iodine to give :

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Dinitrogen and dioxygen, the main constituents of air do not react with each other in atmosphere to form oxides of nitrogen because :

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Given below are two statements : one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R).

Assertion (A) : Boron is unable to form $$\mathrm{BF}_{6}^{3-}$$.

Reason (R) : Size of B is very small.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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92

Given below are two statements. One is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R.

Assertion A : Activated charcoal adsorbs SO2 more efficiently than CH4.

Reason R : Gases with lower critical temperatures are readily adsorbed by activated charcoal.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below.

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Given below are two statements.

Statement I: The chlorides of $$\mathrm{Be}$$ and $$\mathrm{Al}$$ have Cl-bridged structure. Both are soluble in organic solvents and act as Lewis bases.

Statement II: Hydroxides of $$\mathrm{Be}$$ and $$\mathrm{Al}$$ dissolve in excess alkali to give beryllate and aluminate ions.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below.

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Which oxoacid of phosphorous has the highest number of oxygen atoms present in its chemical formula?

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Given below are two statements : one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R.

Assertion : Boric acid is a weak acid.

Reason R : Boric acid is not able to release $$\mathrm{H}^{+}$$ ion on its own. It receives $$\mathrm{OH}^{-}$$ ion from water and releases $$\mathrm{H}^{+}$$ ion.

In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.

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Match List - I with List - II.

List I
(Processes / Reactions)
List II
(Catalyst)
(A) 2SO$$_2$$(g) + O$$_2$$(g) $$ \to $$ 2SO$$_3$$(g) (I) Fe(s)
(B) 4NH$$_3$$(g) + 5O$$_2$$(g) $$ \to $$ 4NO(g) + 6H$$_2$$O(g) (II) Pt(s) $$ - $$ Rh(s)
(C) N$$_2$$(g) + 3H$$_2$$(g) $$ \to $$ 2NH$$_3$$(g) (III) V$$_2$$O$$_5$$
(D) Vegetable oil(l) + H$$_2$$ $$ \to $$ Vegetable ghee(s) (IV) Ni(s)

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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Borazine, also known as inorganic benzene, can be prepared by the reaction of 3-equivalents of "$$X$$" with 6-equivalents of "$$Y$$". "$$X$$" and "$$Y$$", respectively are :

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The total number of acidic oxides from the following list is

NO, N2O, B2O3, N2O5, CO, SO3, P4O10

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Match List I with List II:

List I List II
(A) Sulphate (I) Pesticide
(B) Fluoride (II) Bending of bones
(C) Nicotine (III) Laxative effect
(D) Sodium arsinite (IV) Herbicide

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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Match List I with List II

List I List II
(A) N$$_2$$(g) + 3H$$_2$$(g) $$ \to $$ 2NH$$_3$$(g) (I) Cu
(B) CO(g) + 3H$$_2$$(g) $$ \to $$ CH$$_4$$(g) + H$$_2$$O(g) (II) Cu/ZnO $$ - $$ Cr$$_2$$O$$_3$$
(C) CO(g) + H$$_2$$(g) $$ \to $$ HCHO(g) (III) Fe$$_x$$O$$_y$$ + K$$_2$$O + Al$$_2$$O$$_3$$
(D) CO(g) + 2H$$_2$$(g) $$ \to $$ CH$$_3$$OH(g) (IV) Ni

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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The geometry around boron in the product 'B' formed from the following reaction is

$$ \begin{aligned} &\mathrm{BF}_{3}+\mathrm{NaH} \stackrel{450 \mathrm{~K}}{\rightarrow} \mathrm{A}+\mathrm{NaF} \\\\ &\mathrm{A}+\mathrm{NMe}_{3} \rightarrow \mathrm{B} \end{aligned} $$

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The interhalogen compound formed from the reaction of bromine with excess of fluorine is a :

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A $$\mathrel{\mathop{\kern0pt\longrightarrow} \limits_{}^{573\,K}} $$ Red phosphorus $$\mathrel{\mathop{\kern0pt\longrightarrow} \limits_{under\,pressure}^{heat\,;\,803\,K}} $$ B

Red phosphorus is obtained by heating "A" at 573 K, and can be converted to "B" by heating at 803 K under pressure.

A and B, respectively, are

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Aqueous solution of which of the following boron compounds will be strongly basic in nature?

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105

Sulphur dioxide is one of the components of polluted air. SO2 is also a major contributor to acid rain. The correct and complete reaction to represent acid rain caused by SO2 is :

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Match List-I with List-II.

List-I
(Metal)
List-II
(Application)
(A) Cs (I) High temperature thermometer
(B) Ga (II) Water repellent sprays
(C) B (III) Photoelectric cells
(D) Si (IV) Bullet proof vest

Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :

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The oxoacid of phosphorus that is easily obtained from a reaction of alkali and white phosphorus and has two P-H bonds, is :

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Among the given oxides of nitrogen ; N2O, N2O3, N2O4 and N2O5, the number of compound/(s) having N - N bond is :

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Which of the following oxoacids of sulphur contains "S" in two different oxidation states?

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Nitrogen gas is obtained by thermal decomposition of :

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Given below are two statements :

Statement I : The pentavalent oxide of group-15 element, E2O5, is less acidic than trivalent oxide, E2O3, of the same element.

Statement II : The acidic character of trivalent oxide of group 15 elements, E2O3, decreases down the group.

In light of the above statements, choose most appropriate answer from the options given below :

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The gas produced by treating an aqueous solution of ammonium chloride with sodium nitrite is :

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Given below are two statements : one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R.

Assertion A : Fluorine forms one oxoacid.

Reason R : Fluorine has smallest size amongst all halogens and is highly electronegative.

In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :

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Match List - I with List - II.

List - I
(Si-Compounds)
List - II
(Si-Polymeric/Other Products
(A) $${(C{H_3})_4}Si$$ (I) Chain Silicone
(B) $$(C{H_3})Si{(OH)_3}$$ (II) Dimeric Silicone
(C) $${(C{H_3})_2}Si{(OH)_2}$$ (III) Silane
(D) $${(C{H_3})_3}Si(OH)$$ (IV) 2D - Silicone

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

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Heating white phosphorus with conc. NaOH solution gives mainly :

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Which of the following elements is considered as a metalloid?

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The oxide which contains an odd electron at the nitrogen atom is :

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Choose the correct stability order of group 13 elements in their + 1 oxidation state :

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The correct order of melting points of hydrides of group 16 elements is :

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Consider the following reaction :

A + alkali $$\to$$ B (Major Product)

If B is an oxoacid of phosphorus with no P-H bond, then A is :

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The number of bridged oxygen atoms present in compound B formed from the following reactions is

Pb(NO3)2 $$\buildrel {673\,K} \over \longrightarrow $$ A + PbO + O2

A $$\buildrel {Dimerise} \over \longrightarrow $$ B

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White precipitate of AgCl dissolves in aqueous ammonia solution due to formation of :

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PCl5 is well known, but NCl5 is not. because,
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Identify the correct statement for B2H6 from those given below :

(A) In B2H6, all B-H bonds are equivalent.

(B) In B2H6, there are four 3-centre-2-electron bonds.

(C) B2H6 is a Lewis acid.

(D) B2H6 can be synthesized from both BF3 and NaBH4.

(E) B2H6 is a planar molecule.

Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :

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The most stable trihalide of nitrogen is :

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Which one of the following elemental forms is not present in the enamel of the teeth?

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The oxide without nitrogen-nitrogen bond is :
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Which one of the following correctly represents the order of stability of oxides, X2O; (X = halogen)?
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The number of S = O bonds present in sulphurous acid, peroxodisulphuric acid and pyrosulphuric acid, respectively are :
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Which one of the following is formed (mainly) when red phosphorus is heated in a sealed tube at 803 K?
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In which one of the following molecules strongest back donation of an electron pair from halide to boron is expected?
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In polythionic acid, H2SxO6 (x = 3 to 5) the oxidation state(s) of sulphur is/are :
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The number of non-ionisable hydrogen atoms present in the final product obtained from the hydrolysis of PCl5 is :
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Chalcogen group elements are :
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The incorrect statement is :
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Given below are two statement : one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R.

Assertion A : SO2(g) is absorbed to a large extent than H2(g) on activated charcoal.

Reason R : SO2(g) has a higher critical temperature than H2(g).

In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.
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Match List - I with List - II :

List - I
(compound)
List - II
(effect/affected species)
(a) Carbon monoxide (i) Carcinogenic
(b) Sulphur dioxide (ii) Metabolized by pyrus plants
(c) Polychlorinated biphenyls (iii) haemoglobin
(d) Oxides of Nitrogen (iv) Stiffness of flower buds


Choose the correct answer from the options given below :
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Number of Cl = O bonds in chlorous acid, chloric acid and perchloric acid respectively are :
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The product obtained from the electrolytic oxidation of acidified sulphate solutions, is :
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Which one of the following compounds of Group-14 elements is not known?
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Given below are the statements about diborane

(a) Diborane is prepared by the oxidation of NaBH4 with I2

(b) Each boron atom is in sp2 hybridized state

(c) Diborane has one bridged 3 centre-2-electron bond

(d) Diborane is a planar molecule

The option with correct statements is :
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Which one of the following group-15 hydride is the strongest reducing agent?
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The species given below that does NOT show disproportionation reaction is :
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Chemical nature of the nitrogen oxide compound obtained from a reaction of concentrated nitric acid and P4O10 (in 4 : 1 ratio) is :
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Match List - I with List - II

List - I
(process)
List - II
(catalyst)
(a) Deacron's process (i) ZSM-5
(b) Contact process (ii) $$CuC{l_2}$$
(c) Cracking of hydrocarbons (iii) Particles 'Ni'
(d) Hydrogenation of vegetable oils (iv) $${V_2}{O_5}$$


Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :
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The number of ionisable hydrogens present in the product obtained from a reaction of phosphorus trichloride and phosphonic acid is :
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The set that represents the pair of neutral oxides of nitrogen is :
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The INCORRECT statement regarding the structure of C60 is :
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Match List - I with List - II :

List - I
Industrial process
List - II
Application
(a) Haber's process (i) $$HN{O_3}$$ synthesis
(b) Ostwald's process (ii) Aluminium extraction
(c) Contact process (iii) $$N{H_3}$$ synthesis
(d) Hal-Heroult process (iv) $${H_2}S{O_4}$$ synthesis


Choose the correct answer from the options given below :
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A group of 15 element, which is a metal and forms a hydride with strongest reducing power among group 15 hydrides. The element is :
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Match List - I with List - II :

List - I
Name of oxo acid
List - II
Oxidation state of 'P'
(a) Hypophosphorous acid (i) +5
(b) Orthophosphoric acid (ii) +4
(c) Hypophosphoric acid (iii) +3
(d) Orthophosphorous acid (iv) +2
(v) +1


Choose the correct answer from the options given below :
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Given below are two statements : one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R.

Assertion A : In TlI3, isomorphous to CsI3, the metal is present in +1 oxidation state.

Reason R : Tl metal has fourteen f electrons in its electronic configuration.

In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :
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Find A, B and C in the following reactions :

$$N{H_3} + A + C{O_2} \to {(N{H_4})_2}C{O_3}$$

$${(N{H_4})_2}C{O_3} + {H_2}O + B \to N{H_4}HC{O_3}$$

$$N{H_4}HC{O_3} + NaCl \to N{H_4}Cl + C$$
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On treating a compound with warm dil. H2SO4, gas X is evolved which turns K2Cr2O7 paper acidified with dil. H2SO4 to a green compound Y. X and Y respectively are :
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Given below are two statements :

Statement I : $$\alpha$$ and $$\beta$$ forms of sulphur can change reversibly between themselves with slow heating or slow cooling.

Statement II : At room temperature the stable crystalline form of sulphur is monoclinic sulphur.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below :
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156
The correct statement about B2H6 is :
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Al2O3 was leached with alkali to get X. The solution of X on passing of gas Y, forms Z. X, Y and Z respectively are :
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Reaction of an inorganic sulphite X with dilute H2SO4 generates compound Y. Reaction of Y with NaOH gives X. Further, the reaction of X with Y and water affords compound Z. Y and Z, respectively, are :
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The reaction of NO with N2O4 at 250 K gives :
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The correct statement with respect to dinitrogen is :
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Reaction of ammonia with excess Cl2 gives :
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Boron and silicon of very high purity can be obtained through :
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On heating, lead (II) nitrate gives a brown gas (A). The gas (A) on cooling changes to a colourless solid/liquid (B). (B) on heating with NO changes to a blue solid (C). The oxidation number of nitrogen in solid (C) is :
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Aqua regia is used for dissolving noble metals (Au, Pt, etc.). The gas evolved in this process is :
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In a molecule of pyrophosphoric acid, the number of P - OH, P = O and P - O - P bonds/moiety(ies) respectively are :
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On heating compound (A) gives a gas (B) which is a constituent of air. This gas when treated with H2 in the presence of a catalyst gives another gas (C) which is basic in nature. (A) should not be :
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The reaction of H3N3B3Cl3 (A) with LiBH4 in tetrahydrofuran gives inorganic benzene (B). Further, the reaction of (A) with (C) leads to H3N3B3(Me)3. Compounds (B) and (C) respectively, are :
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168
'X' melts at low temperature and is a bad conductor of electricity in both liquid and solid state. X is :
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A metal (A) on heating in nitrogen gas gives compound B. B on treatment with H2O gives a colourless gas which when passed through CuSO4 solution gives a dark blue-violet coloured solution. A and B respectively, are :
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White Phosphorus on reaction with concentrated NaOH solution in an inert atmosphere of CO2 gives phosphine and compound (X). (X) on acidification with HCl gives compound (Y). The basicity of compound (Y) is :
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The number of bonds between sulphur and oxygen atoms in S2O82- and the number of bonds between sulphur and sulphur atoms in rhombic sulphur, respectively, are :
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In the following reaction, products (A) and (B) respectively, are :

NaOH + Cl2 $$ \to $$ (A) + side products
(hot and conc.)

Ca(OH)2 + Cl2 $$ \to $$ (B) + side products (dry)
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The C–C bond length is maximum in :
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The basic structural unit of feldspar, zeolites, mica, and asbestos is :
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The noble gas that does not occur in the atmosphere is :
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The number of pentagons in C60 and trigons (triangles) in white phosphorus, respectively, are :
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The correct order of catenation is :
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The amorphous form of silica is :
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The correct statements among I to III regarding group 13 element oxides are,
(I) Boron trioxide is acidic.
(II) Oxides of aluminium and gallium are amphoteric.
(III) Oxides of indium and thalliumare basic.
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C60 an allotrope of carbon contains :
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Diborane (B2H6) reacts with O2 and H2O independently, then products formed are :
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Chlorine on reaction with hot and concentrated sodium hydroxide give :
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The element that shows greater ability to form p$$\pi $$-p$$\pi $$ multiple bonds, is :
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The element that does NOT show catenation is :
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Iodine reacts with concentrated HNO3 to yield Y along with other products. The oxidation state of iodine in Y, is :
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The relative stability of +1 oxidation state of group 13 elements follows the order :
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The hydride that is NOT electron deficient :
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The chloride that CANNOT get hydrolysed is :
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The number of 2-centre-2-electron and 3-centre -2-electron bonds in B2H6, respectively, are :
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Among the following reactions of hydrogen with halogens, the one that requires a catalyst is :
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Good reducing nature of H3PO2 is attributed to the presence of :
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The one that is extensively used as a piezoelectric material is :
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Correct statements among a to d regarding silicones are :

(a)   They are polymers with hydrophobic character.
(b)   They are biocompatible.
(c)   In general, they have high thermal stability and low dielectric strength.
(d)   Usually, they are resistant to oxidation and used as greases.
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Among the oxides of nitrogen : N2O3, N2O4 and N2O5; the molecule(s) having nitrogen-nitrogen bond is / are :
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A group 13 element 'X' reacts with chlorine gas to produce a compound XCl3. XCl3 is electron deficient and easily reacts with NH3 to form Cl3X $$ \leftarrow $$ NH3 adduct ; however, XCl3 does not dimerize X is :
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When metal ‘M’ is treated with NaOH, a white gelatinous precipitate ‘X’ is obtained, which is soluble in excess of NaOH. Compound ‘X’ when heated strongly gives an oxide which is used in chromatography as an adsorbent. The metal ‘M’ is
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The compound that does not produce nitrogen gas by the thermal decomposition is :
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In KO2, the nature of oxygen species and the oxydation state of oxygen atom are, respectively :
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The number of P $$-$$ O bonds in P4O6 is :
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In XeO3F2, the number of bond pair(s), $$\pi $$-bond(s) and lone pair(s) on Xe atom respectively are :
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201
Lithium aluminium hydride reacts with silicon tetrachloride to form :
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Xenon hexafluoride on partial hydrolysis produces compounds 'X' and 'Y' . Compounds 'X' and 'Y' and the oxidation state of Xe are respectively :
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A white sodium salt dissolves readily in water to give a solution which is neutral to litmus. When silver nitrate solution is added to the aformentioned solution, a white precipitate is obtained which does not dissolve in dil. nitric acid. The anion is :
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204
In graphite and diamond, the percentage of p-characters of the hybrid orbitals in hybridisation are respectively :
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The number of P−OH bonds and the oxidation state of phosphorus atom in pyrophosphoric acid (H4P2O7) respectively are :
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The correct sequence of decreasing number of $$\pi $$-bonds in the structures of H2SO3, H2SO4 and H2S2O7 is :
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XeF6 on partial hydrolysis with water produces a compound ‘X’. The same compound ‘X’ is formed when XeF6 reacts with silica. The compound ‘X’ is :
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The number of S = O and S − OH bonds present in peroxodisulphuric acid and pyrosulphuric acid respectively are :
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A metal ‘M’ reacts with nitrogen gas to afford ‘M3N’. ‘M3N’ on heating at high temperature gives back ‘M’ and on reaction with water produces a gas ‘B’. Gas ‘B’ reacts with aqueous solution of CuSO4 to form a deep blue compound. ‘M’ and ‘B’ respectively are :
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The products obtained when chlorine gas reacts with cold and dilute aqueous NaOH are :
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Identify the incorrect statement :
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Aqueous solution of which salt will not contain ions with the electronic configuration 1s22s22p63s23p6 ?
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Assertion :     Among the carbon allotropes, diamond is an insulator, whereas, graphite is a good conductor of electricity.

Reason :     Hybridization of carbon in diamond and graphite are sp3 and sp2, respectively.
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Which intermolecular force is most responsible in allowing xenon gas to liquefy?
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Match the items in Column I with its main use listed in Column II :

Column I Column II
(A) Silica gel (i) Transistor
(B) Silicon (ii) Ion-exchanger
(C) Silicone (iii) Drying agent
(D) Silicate (iv) Sealant
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The non-metal that does not exhibit positive oxidation state is :
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The pair in which phosphorous atoms have a formal oxidation state of +3 is :
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Assertion : Nitrogen and Oxygen are the main components in the atmosphere but these do not react to form oxides of nitrogen.

Reason : The reaction between nitrogen and oxygen requires high temperature.
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Which one has the highest boiling point?
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Which among the following is the most reactive?
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Which one of the following properties is not shown by NO?
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The correct statement for the molecule, CsI3 is :
JEE Main 2014 (Offline)
223
Among the following oxoacids, the correct decreasing order of acid strength is :
JEE Main 2014 (Offline)
224
The molecule having smallest bond angle is :
AIEEE 2012
225
Boron cannot form which one of the following anions?
AIEEE 2011
226
Which of the following statements regarding sulphur is incorrect?
AIEEE 2011
227
Which of the following statement is wrong?
AIEEE 2011
228
Which one of the following reactions of Xenon compounds is not feasible?
AIEEE 2009
229
Among the following substituted silanes the one which will give rise to cross linked silicone polymer on hydrolysis is :
AIEEE 2008
230
Which one of the following is the correct statement?
AIEEE 2008
231
Regular use of which of the following fertilizer increases the acidity of soil?
AIEEE 2007
232
The stability of dihalides of $$Si,Ge,Sn$$ and $$Pb$$ increases steadily in the sequence :
AIEEE 2007
233
Identify the incorrect statement among the following :
AIEEE 2007
234
What products are expected from the disproportionation reaction of hypochlorous acid?
AIEEE 2006
235
Which of the following statements is true?
AIEEE 2006
236
In silicon dioxide :
AIEEE 2005
237
The correct order of the thermal stability of hydrogen halides (H – X) is :
AIEEE 2005
238
The structure of diborane (B2H6) contains :
AIEEE 2005
239
Heating an aqueous solution of aluminium chloride to dryness will give :
AIEEE 2005
240
The number of hydrogen atom(s) attached to phosphorus atom in hypophosphorous acid is :
AIEEE 2005
241
Beryllium and aluminium exhibit many properties which are similar. But the two elements differ in :
AIEEE 2004
242
The soldiers of Napolean army while at Alps during freezing winter suffered a serious problem as regards to the tin buttons of their uniforms. White metallic tin buttons got converted to grey power. The transformation is related to :
AIEEE 2004
243
Which among the following factors is the most important in making fluorine the strongest oxidizing halogen?
AIEEE 2004
244
Aluminium chloride exists as dimer, Al2Cl6 in solid state as well as in solution of non-polar solvents such as benzene. When dissolved in water, it gives :
AIEEE 2004
245
Which one the following statement regarding helium is incorrect?
AIEEE 2004
246
Graphite is a soft solid lubricant extremely difficult to melt. The reason for this anomalous behaviour is that graphite :
AIEEE 2003
247
Concentrated hydrochloric acid when kept in open air sometimes produces a cloud of white fumes. The explanation for it is that :
AIEEE 2003
248
Glass is a :
AIEEE 2003
249
Which one of the following substances has the highest proton affinity?
AIEEE 2003
250
What may be expected to happen when phosphine gas is mixed with chlorine gas?
AIEEE 2003
251
When H2S is passed through Hg2S we get :
AIEEE 2002
252
Oxidation number of Cl in CaOCl2 (bleaching powder) is :
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253
In XeF2, XeF4, XeF6 the number of lone pairs of Xe are respectively :
AIEEE 2002
254
In case of nitrogen, NCl3 is possible but not NCl5 while in case of phosphorous, PCl3 as well as PCl5 are possible. It is due to :
AIEEE 2002
255
Number of sigma bonds in P4O10 is :
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Numerical

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A group 15 element forms $\mathrm{d} \pi-\mathrm{d} \pi$ bond with transition metals. It also forms hydride, which is a strongest base among the hydrides of other group members that form $d \pi-d \pi$ bond.

The atomic number of the element is _______ .

JEE Main 2025 (Online) 28th January Evening Shift
2

Number of oxygen atoms present in chemical formula of fuming sulphuric acid is ___________.

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3
Among the following oxides of p-block elements, number of oxides having amphoteric nature is ________.

$\mathrm{Cl}_2 \mathrm{O}_7, \mathrm{CO}, \mathrm{PbO}_2, \mathrm{~N}_2 \mathrm{O}, \mathrm{NO}, \mathrm{Al}_2 \mathrm{O}_3, \mathrm{SiO}_2, \mathrm{~N}_2 \mathrm{O}_5, \mathrm{SnO}_2$
JEE Main 2024 (Online) 1st February Morning Shift
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1 mole of $$\mathrm{PbS}$$ is oxidised by "$$\mathrm{X}$$" moles of $$\mathrm{O}_3$$ to get "$$\mathrm{Y}$$" moles of $$\mathrm{O}_2$$. $$\mathrm{X}+\mathrm{Y}=$$ _________.

JEE Main 2024 (Online) 27th January Evening Shift
5

From the given list, the number of compounds with +4 oxidation state of Sulphur ________.

$$\mathrm{SO}_3, \mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{SO}_3, \mathrm{SOCl}_2, \mathrm{SF}_4, \mathrm{BaSO}_4, \mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{S}_2 \mathrm{O}_7 $$

JEE Main 2024 (Online) 27th January Morning Shift
6

If the formula of Borax is $$\mathrm{Na_2B_4O_x(OH)_y~.~zH_2O}$$, then $$x+y+z=$$ ___________

JEE Main 2023 (Online) 13th April Evening Shift
7

The difference in the oxidation state of $$\mathrm{Xe}$$ between the oxidised product of $$\mathrm{Xe}$$ formed on complete hydrolysis of $$\mathrm{XeF}_{4}$$ is ___________

JEE Main 2023 (Online) 10th April Evening Shift
8

In the following reactions, the total number of oxygen atoms in X and Y is ___________.

Na$$_2$$O + H$$_2$$O $$\to$$ 2X

Cl$$_2$$O$$_7$$ + H$$_2$$O $$\to$$ 2Y

JEE Main 2023 (Online) 10th April Morning Shift
9

The ratio of sigma and $$\pi$$ bonds present in pyrophosphoric acid is ___________.

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10

$$\mathrm{XeF}_{4}$$ reacts with $$\mathrm{SbF}_{5}$$ to form

$$[\mathrm{XeF}_{m}]^{\mathrm{n}+}\left[\mathrm{SbF}_{y}\right]^{z-}$$.

$$\mathrm{m}+\mathrm{n}+\mathrm{y}+\mathrm{z}=$$ __________

JEE Main 2023 (Online) 8th April Morning Shift
11

Sum of $$\pi$$-bonds present in peroxodisulphuric acid and pyrosulphuric acid is ___________

JEE Main 2023 (Online) 24th January Evening Shift
12

Consider the following sulphur based oxoacids.

$$\mathrm{H}_{2} \mathrm{SO}_{3}, \mathrm{H}_{2} \mathrm{SO}_{4}, \mathrm{H}_{2} \mathrm{S}_{2} \mathrm{O}_{8}$$ and $$\mathrm{H}_{2}\mathrm{S}_{2} \mathrm{O}_{7}$$.

Amongst these oxoacids, the number of those with peroxo $$(\mathrm{O}-\mathrm{O})$$ bond is ________.

JEE Main 2022 (Online) 29th July Evening Shift
13

The number of non-ionisable protons present in the product B obtained from the following reactions is ___________.

$$ \mathrm{C}_{2} \mathrm{H}_{5} \mathrm{OH}+\mathrm{PCl}_{3} \rightarrow \mathrm{C}_{2} {\mathrm{H}_{5} \mathrm{Cl}+\mathrm{A}} $$

$$\mathrm{A}\,{+}\, \mathrm{PCl}_{3} \rightarrow \mathrm{B}$$

JEE Main 2022 (Online) 26th July Evening Shift
14

Consider the following reactions:

PCl3 + H2O $$\to$$ A + HCl

A + H2O $$\to$$ B + HCl

The number of ionisable protons present in the product B is _______________.

JEE Main 2022 (Online) 25th June Evening Shift
15
Consider the sulphides HgS, PbS, CuS, Sb2S3, As2S3 and CdS. Number of these sulphides soluble in 50% HNO3 is ___________.
JEE Main 2021 (Online) 31st August Morning Shift
16
The number of halogen/(s) forming halic (V) acid is ___________.
JEE Main 2021 (Online) 31st August Morning Shift
17
A xenon compound 'A' upon partial hydrolysis gives XeO2F2. The number of lone pair of electrons present in compound A is _________. (Round off to the Nearest Integer)
JEE Main 2021 (Online) 18th March Evening Shift
18
The reaction of white phosphorus on boiling with alkali in inert atmosphere resulted in the formation of product 'A'. The reaction of 1 mol of 'A' with excess of AgNO3 in aqueous medium gives ___________ mol(s) of Ag. (Round off to the Nearest Integer).
JEE Main 2021 (Online) 17th March Morning Shift
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Among the following allotropic forms of sulphur, the number of allotropic forms, which will show paramagnetism is _________.

(A) $$\alpha$$-sulphur

(B) $$\beta$$-sulphur

(C) S2-form
JEE Main 2021 (Online) 24th February Evening Shift
20
The reaction of sulphur in alkaline medium is given below:

JEE Main 2021 (Online) 24th February Morning Shift Chemistry - p-Block Elements Question 176 English
The values of 'a' is _______. (Integer answer)
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