The given figure shown is for the preparation of an acid.

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The given figure shown is for the preparation of an acid.
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(i) Name the acid prepared by this method.
(ii) Name the reactants used.
(iii) Why an empty flask is used.
(iv) What is the drying agent used ? Why is this drying agent chosen.
(v) What is the role of inverted funnel in the arrangement ?

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  1. (a) Hydrochloric acid is prepared by this method.
    (b) The reactants are sodium chloride and Sulphuric acid.
    (c) The empty flask acts as Anti-Suction device. In case the back suction occurs the water will collect in it and will not reach the generating flask.
    (d) The drying agent is Conc. Sulphuric acid. Sulphuric acid is chosen as drying agent because it does not react with HCI.
    (e) The Inverted funnel :
    Prevents or minimizes back suction of water.
    Provides a large surface area for absorption of HCI gas.