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Nitrolim is a mixtrue ofA. `CaCN_(2)+N_(2)`B. `CaCN_(2)+` graphiteC. `CaCN_(2)+` diamondD. `CaC_(2)+` graphite |
Answer» Correct Answer - 2 The mixture of calcium cyanamide,`CaCN_(2)` and graphite ,`C`, is technically known as nitrolim. Calcium cyanamide a black crystalline power made by heating calcium dicarbide `CaC_(2)` in nitrogen at `1000^(@)C` `CaC_(2)+N_(2)overset(1000^(@)C)rarrCaNCN+C` It is used in large amounts as a nitrogenous fertillizer as it is converted by water in the soil into ammonia. `CaNCN+5H_(2)OrarrCaCO_(3)+2NH_(4)OH` It is used as a source of organic chemicals such as melamine. |
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