Nitric Acid-Multiple Choice Questions Quiz

Interactive MCQs on “Nitric Acid”:

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Question 1: Nitric acid is a strong:

(a) Reducing agent
(b) Oxidizing agent
(c) Acidic buffer
(d) Alkaline solution

Question 2: The chemical formula of nitric acid is:

(a) HCl
(b) H2SO4
(c) HNO2
(d) HNO3

Question 3: What is the color of concentrated nitric acid?

(a) Clear
(b) Red
(c) Green
(d) Yellow

Question 4: Nitric acid is commonly used in the production of:

(a) Batteries
(b) Fertilizers
(c) Lubricants
(d) Plastics

Question 5: The reaction of nitric acid with metals typically produces:

(a) Water
(b) Oxygen gas
(c) Hydrogen gas
(d) Nitrogen gas

Question 6: What is the common name for a mixture of concentrated nitric acid and concentrated hydrochloric acid?

(a) Hydrochloric acid
(b) Nitrogen gas
(c) Aqua regia
(d) Sulfuric acid

Question 7: Nitric acid is used in the production of explosives due to its ability to:

(a) Neutralize bases
(b) Form strong bases
(c) React with carbonates
(d) Nitrate organic compounds

Question 8: The reaction of nitric acid with copper produces:

(a) Copper oxide
(b) Copper chloride
(c) Copper sulfate
(d) Copper nitrate

Question 9: Nitric acid is a component of acid rain, contributing to environmental issues. What is formed when nitric acid reacts with atmospheric components?

(a) Carbon dioxide
(b) Nitrogen dioxide
(c) Hydrogen peroxide
(d) Sulfuric acid

Question 10: The concentrated form of nitric acid can cause severe burns due to its:

(a) Alkaline nature
(b) Radioactive properties
(c) Oxidizing nature
(d) Viscous consistency