Chemistry
What is the difference between the chemical nature of an aqueous solution of HCl and an aqueous solution of NH3.
Answer
Difference between chemical nature of an aq. soln. of HCl and NH3:
| Chemical nature of an aq. soln. of HCl | Chemical nature of an aq. soln. of NH3 |
|---|---|
| The aqueous soln. of HCl is acidic in nature. | The aqueous soln. of NH3 is basic in nature. |
| It can turn blue litmus to red. | It can turn red litmus to blue. |
| It gives hydronium ions in the solution | It gives hydroxyl ions in the solution. |
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