Chemistry · Acids, Bases and Salts
Concentrated sulfuric acid exhibits multiple chemical behaviors besides acting as a strong acid. Which of the following correctly describes its unique chemical properties compared to concentrated hydrochloric acid?
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- 1Both acids are monoprotic and show identical chemical behavior in all reactions.
- 2Both acids act purely as non-oxidizing acids and show no other chemical reactions.
- 3Hydrochloric acid can act as a strong dehydrating agent, whereas sulfuric acid cannot.
- 4Sulfuric acid can act as a strong dehydrating agent and oxidizing agent under certain conditions, whereas hydrochloric acid primarily acts as a strong acid.✓
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Sulfuric acid can act as a strong dehydrating agent and oxidizing agent under certain conditions, whereas hydrochloric acid primarily acts as a strong acid.
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