Why is h2so4 not used as a drying agent for h2s
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Hydrogen sulphide is a powerful reducing agent and concentrated sulphuric acid has significant oxidising power. The former can be oxidised to elemental form that is sulphur when it comes in contact with the acid. So, conc. H2SO4 is not a suitable drying agent for H2S.
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Hydrogen sulphide is a powerful reducing agent and concentrated sulphuric acid has significant oxidising power. The former can be oxidised to elemental form that is sulphur when it comes in contact with the acid. So, conc. H2SO4 is not a suitable drying agent for H2S.
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