Chemistry: Aqua Fortis and Aqua Regia Quiz

Dry ammonia (free from moisture) produced in Haber’s process and dry air free from carbon dioxide

Platinum

Oxygen

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<p>Quartz is acid-resistant and helps in the absorption of nitrogen dioxide in water.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Nitric acid is called aqua Fortis because it is a colorless liquid that is highly corrosive, reacting with nearly all metals (except gold) and converting them to corresponding soluble nitrates.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Aqua regia is a mixture of concentrated hydrochloric acid and nitric acid in a ratio of 3:1. It dissolves gold and platinum by evolving nascent chlorine which is highly reactive.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Fixation of nitrogen is the process of converting atmospheric nitrogen (N2) into useful nitrogenous compounds like ammonia. It is significant as it provides a vital source of nitrogen for plants and organisms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>During thunderstorms, nitrogen in the atmosphere reacts with oxygen to form nitric oxide when lightning discharges.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The molecular formula of nitric acid is HNO3.</p> Signup and view all the answers