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In which of the reactions represented by the following equations is HNO3 behaving as a...

Chemistry
WAEC 2001

In which of the reactions represented by the following equations is HNO3 behaving as a typical acid?

  • A. CaO + 2HNO3 → Ca(NO3) 2 + H 2O
  • B. Cu + 4HNO3 → Cu(NO 3)2 + 2H2O + 2NO2
  • C. S + 6HNO3 → H2SO 4 + 6NO2 + 2H2O
  • D. P + 5HNO3 → H 3PO 4 + 5NO2 + H2O
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Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation

When an acid (HNO3) reacts with a base(CaO), the products are usually salts( Ca(NO3)2 and water(H2O). Hence, HNO3 behaved like a typical acid in Option A.


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