Q15 / 180 · COMEDK 2023 (Morning Shift) · Chemistry

A volatile compound is formed by carbon monoxide and

  • Correct answer
    A
    Ni
  • B
    Al
  • C
    Cu
  • D
    Si

Solution

The reaction between carbon monoxide and nickel is used in the Mond process for the purification of nickel.

The reaction is given by: $Ni(s) + 4CO(g) \rightarrow Ni(CO)_{4}(g)$.

The product formed, nickel tetracarbonyl, $Ni(CO)_{4}$, is a volatile compound.

Answer: Ni

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'A'.

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