Question

In chemical laboratories, many salts like ammonium nitrate are stored in plastic containers instead of metals. What can be a likely reason for the same?
1 point
(a) Plastic does not react with other substances.
(b) Plastic is less expensive than metal.
(c) Plastic is easier to handle than metal.
(d) Plastic gets rusted in the presence of air

Answer 1

Answer:

a) plastic does not react with other substances

Explanation:

Many nitrates are hygroscopic, which means that they absorb water from the air. Therefore, it is important to ensure that containers have a good seal and are stored in cool, dry locations. It is often advised to store the chemical in its container within a desiccator. Nitrates are often supplied in plastic jars.