ExamBro
ExamBro
COMEDK · Chemistry · 9. Redox Reactions

Which of the following gas readily de-colourises the acidified \(\mathrm{KMnO}_4\) solution?

  1. A \(\mathrm{CO}_2\)
  2. B \(\mathrm{SO}_2\)
  3. C \(\mathrm{P}_2 \mathrm{O}_5\)
  4. D \(\mathrm{NO}_2\)
Verified Solution

Answer & Solution

Correct Answer

(B) \(\mathrm{SO}_2\)

Step-by-step Solution

Detailed explanation

Sulphur dioxide gas readily decolourises the purple colour of acidifide \(\mathrm{KMnO}_4\) solution. In this case, \(\mathrm{KMnO}_4\) acts as an oxidising agent and sulphur dioxide gas acts as a reducing agent.