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State what an aqueous solution of NH3 is called. State how it is prepared giving reasons.

Ammonia

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An aqueous solution of NH3 is called Liquor Ammonia.

Preparation:
By dissolving ammonia gas in water using a funnel arrangement.

Reasons:

  • Prevents back suction of water and
  • Provides a large surface area for absorption of ammonia gas.

NH3 + H2O ⟶ NH4OH [liquor ammonia]

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