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JEE Main 2025Redox Reactions Question with Solution

JEE Main 2025 (3 Apr Shift 2)

Question

Compounds that should not be used as primary standards in titrimetric analysis are :
A.
B. Oxalic acid
C. NaOH
D.
E. Sodium tetraborate
Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

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Correct answer
DA, C and D Only

Step-by-step explanation

The primary standard is a highly pure stable compound with a known exact composition that can be accurately weighed and dissolved to creat a solution of known concentration.
NaOH is hygroscopic and can't be used.
is unstable and can be easily oxidised.
is hygroscopic and can't be used.

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