Q49 / 160 · JIPMER 2011 · Chemistry

Red lead is

  • A
    PbO
  • B
    $\mathrm{PbO}_2$
  • Correct answer
    C
    $\mathrm{Pb}_3 \mathrm{O}_4$
  • D
    $\mathrm{Pb}_2 \mathrm{O}_3$

Solution

Red lead (minimum or sindhur), i.e., $\mathrm{Pb}_3 \mathrm{O}_4$ is a red powder, insoluble in water.

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

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