Chemistry
Which of the given options correctly represents the parent acid and base of potassium nitrate?
| Parent acid | Parent base | |
|---|---|---|
| W | Carbonic acid | Potassium hydroxide |
| X | Nitric acid | Potassium oxide |
| Y | Nitric acid | Potassium hydroxide |
| Z | Hydrochloric acid | Potassium oxide |
- W
- X
- Y
- Z
Acids Bases Salts
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Answer
Y
Reason — Potassium hydroxide (a base) reacts with nitric acid (an acid) to produce potassium nitrate (salt) and water.
HNO3 + KOH ⟶ H2O + KNO3
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