Q17 / 180 · KCET 2025 · Chemistry

In the preparation of sodium fusion extract, the purpose of fusing organic compound with a piece of sodium metal is to

  • A
    Convert the organic compound into vapour state
  • Correct answer
    B
    Convert the elements of the compound from covalent form to ionic form
  • C
    Convert the elements of the compound from ionic form to covalent form
  • D
    Decrease the melting point of the compound

Solution

The purpose of sodium fusion extract is to convert the element in the organic compound into ionic compound so that the detection could become easier.

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

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