JAMB Chemistry 2009 Question 31

Question 31

Nitrogen and its Compounds

The oxidation of ammonia in excess air produces

  1. A.NO
  2. B.N2O
  3. C.NO2
  4. D.N2O4
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Answer: A (NO)

Explanation

Catalytic oxidation of ammonia gives nitrogen(II) oxide: 4NH3 + 5O2 → 4NO + 6H2O.