GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

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CHEMISTRY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the correct name of SO2?
A
Monosulfur dioxide
B
Disulfur oxide
C
Sulfur dioxide
D
Disulfur dioxide
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Sulfur dioxide has the chemical composition of SO2 and is also commonly referred to as sulfurous acid anhydride, sulfurous anhydride or sulfur oxide.

Detailed explanation-2: -Sulfur dioxide (SO2) is a gaseous air pollutant composed of sulfur and oxygen. SO2 forms when sulfur-containing fuel such as coal, oil, or diesel is burned.

Detailed explanation-3: -S + O2 → SO2. Word equation: Sulfur + Oxygen gas → Sulfur dioxide. Type of Chemical Reaction: For this reaction we have a combination reaction. Balancing Strategies: In this combination reaction we have S and O2 combining to form SO2.

Detailed explanation-4: -Since the formula has a common factor of 2 hence when we divide the formula by 2 (common factor ) we get SO2.

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