The salt which will give an acidic solution on dissolving in water is:(a) KCl
(b) NH₄Cl
(c) Na₂CO₃
(d) CH₃COONa

Academic Chemistry NCERT Class 10

Correct Answer: (b) NH4Cl

Explanation: NH4Cl on dissolving in water produces HCl which is a strong acid. Thus, the solution becomes acidic.

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Updated on: 10-Oct-2022

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