Q5 / 159 · NTA Abhyas (NEET) 2020 · Chemistry · d and f Block Elements

Which of the following is called white vitriol?

  • A
    ZnCl2
  • B
    MgSO4.7H2O
  • Correct answer
    C
    ZnSO4.7H2O
  • D
    Al2(SO4)3

Solution

Zinc sulphate (ZnSO4.7H2O) is called white vitriol. It, when heated with barium sulphide, it forms a white pigment lithopone (ZnS+BaSO4) .

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

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