Q28 / 160 · TS EAMCET 2024 (09 May Shift 1) · Chemistry

Observed the following reaction. This reaction represents $4 \mathrm{HCl}+\mathrm{O}_2 \xrightarrow[723 \mathrm{~K}]{\mathrm{CuCl}_2} 2 \mathrm{Cl}_2+2 \mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{O}$

  • A
    van Arkel process
  • B
    Hall - Heroult process
  • C
    Serpeck's process
  • Correct answer
    D
    Deacon's process

Solution

Deacon process is used for the manufacture of chlorine in this process. $4 \mathrm{HCl}+\mathrm{O}_2 \xrightarrow[723 \mathrm{~K}]{\mathrm{CuCl}_2} 2 \mathrm{Cl}_2+2 \mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{O} .$

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

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