Question 32
Sulphur and its CompoundsA piece of filter paper moistened with lead(II) ethanoate solution turns black when the paper is dropped into a gas jar containing an unknown gas. The gas is likely to be
- A.sulphur(IV) oxide
- B.hydrogen chloride
- C.sulphur(VI) oxide
- D.hydrogen sulphide.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: D (hydrogen sulphide.)
Explanation
H2S reacts with lead(II) ethanoate to form black lead(II) sulphide.