Hot conc. H2SO4 acts as a moderately strong oxidising agent. It oxidises both metals and nonmetals. Which of the following element is oxidised by conc H2SO4 into two gaseous products?
Hot conc. H2SO4 acts as a moderately strong oxidising agent. It oxidises both metals and nonmetals. Which of the following element is oxidised by conc H2SO4 into two gaseous products?

(i) Cu

(ii) S

(iii) C

(iv) Zn

 

Correct Answer: (iii) C

Explanation: When hot conc. H2SO4 acts as a moderately strong oxidising agent, it oxidises both metals and nonmetals. The element Carbon is oxidised by conc H2SO4 into two gaseous products.