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 The Properties of Gases

Hydrogen chloride gas

 

Physical Properties
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Colour Colourless
Odour Pungent odour
Poisonous
Density compared to air (heavier or lighter) Heavier than air.

Chemical Properties
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Solubility in water Very soluble in water. It reacts with water to form hydrochloric acid.
Burning Does not support combustion
Moist pH paper Acidic reaction
Red rose petals No reaction
Specific test It will fume in moist air

Footnotes:

  • Dilute hydrochloric acid is one of the three common dilute acids used in the laboratory.
  • Concentrated hydrochloric acid is used in the manufacture of many chemicals.
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