Write balanced equation when NH 3 is dissolved in

Chemistry S and P - Block Elements (S - Block Elements Not In Syllabus ) General Single Correct MCQ

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Published on: August 13, 2026

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HCl

aq. CO 2

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NH 3 + H 2 O NH 3 .H 2 O (Ammonium hydroxide) NH 4 + (aq) + OH – (aq)

This reaction occurs to small extent only (1-2 %). Rest of NH 3 remains unreacted.

NH 3 (aq.) + HCl (aq.) NH 4 Cl(aq.)

NH 3 (aq.) + H 2 O + CO 2 (aq.) ⎯→ NH 4 HCO 3 (solvay ammonia process)

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