JAMB Chemistry 2023 Objective — Question 35

Question 35 of 40 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Chemistry 2023 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

NaOH + NH₄Cl → NaCl + H₂O + Y. Identity Y in the reaction above.

A. NH₃Correct
B. N₂
C. NO
D. NO₂

Explanation

NaOH + NH₄Cl → NaCl + H₂O + NH₃. A base heated with an ammonium salt produces ammonia. Ammonia is produced in the laboratory when a base is heated with an ammonium salt.

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