In which experiment does the volume ratio of the gases obtained indicate the composition of water?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Electrolysis of water
Electrolysis of water produces hydrogen and oxygen gases. The volume of hydrogen is twice the volume of oxygen, so their volume ratio is 2:1. This indicates the combining ratio of hydrogen and oxygen in water. In contrast, burning magnesium mainly forms magnesium oxide and does not produce gases in this ratio.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Electrolysis of water
Why is this the correct answer?
Electrolysis of water produces hydrogen and oxygen gases. The volume of hydrogen is twice the volume of oxygen, so their volume ratio is 2:1. This indicates the combining ratio of hydrogen and oxygen in water. In contrast, burning magnesium mainly forms magnesium oxide and does not produce gases in this ratio.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 Science question. Chapter: Chemical Substances – Nature and Behaviour. Topic: Chemical Reactions and Equations.
