Urea is produced by the reaction of ammonia with: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Urea is produced by the reaction of ammonia with:
A. Carbon dioxide
B. Sulfuric acid
C. Nitric acid
D. Phosphoric acid
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Urea is synthesized by reacting ammonia and carbon dioxide under high pressure and temperature: 2NH₃ + CO₂ → NH₂COONH₄ (ammonium carbamate) → (NH₂)₂CO + H₂O. This is the Bosch-Meiser urea process. It is the most concentrated solid nitrogenous fertilizer. Urea is also used in animal feed, plastics, and pharmaceuticals.

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Which of the following is an example of a decomposition reaction?
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B. 2H₂ + O₂ → 2H₂O
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Correct Answer: Option C


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Correct Answer: Option D


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