Question

In 1984, Bhopal gas tregedy took place because methyl isocyanate

Answer 1

Answer:

Bhopal gas tragedy occurred (3 Dec 1984) when MIC (Methyl Isocyanate) reacted with water in a tank, an exothermic chemical reaction started and producing a lot of heat. As a result, the safety valve of tank burst because of increase in pressure. It gave rise to a heavy gas which rapidly rank to the ground.