Question:

In Kjeldahl's method for estimation of nitrogen, \(CuSO_4\) acts as

Updated On: May 4, 2024
  • Oxidizing agent
  • Reducing agent
  • Catalytic agent
  • Hydrolysis agent
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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation

The correct option is (C): Catalytic agent.
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Concepts Used:

Coordination Compounds

A coordination compound holds a central metal atom or ion surrounded by various oppositely charged ions or neutral molecules. These molecules or ions are re-bonded to the metal atom or ion by a coordinate bond.

Coordination entity:

A coordination entity composes of a central metal atom or ion bonded to a fixed number of ions or molecules.

Ligands:

A molecule, ion, or group which is bonded to the metal atom or ion in a complex or coordination compound by a coordinate bond is commonly called a ligand. It may be either neutral, positively, or negatively charged.