Q. The main product obtained when a solution of sodium carbonate reacts with mercuric chloride is
A) $Hg(OH)_{2}$
B) $HgCO_{3}\ .HgO$
C) $HgCO_{3}$
D) $HgCO_{3}\ .Hg(OH)_{2}$
Explanation
(b)
Basic mercuric carbonate is abtained in this reaction.
$Na_{2}CO_{3} + 2HgCl_{2}\ \rightarrow HgCO_{3}\ .\ HgO + 2NaCl + Cl_{2} + CO_{2}$
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