NEET2023Chemistry-Hydrogen

NEET 2023 Chemistry Properties of Hydrogen Multiple Correct Question

Type: Multiple Correct-conceptual-Medium

Which of the following statements are NOT correct?

A. Hydrogen is used to reduce heavy metal oxides to metals.

B. Heavy water is used to study reaction mechanism.

C. Hydrogen is used to make saturated fats from oils.

D. The H-H bond dissociation enthalpy is lowest as compared to a single bond between two atoms of any element.

E. Hydrogen reduces oxides of metals that are more active than iron.

Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

A

B, D only

B

D, E only

C

A, B, C only

D

B, C, D, E only

Correct Answer

Option D

Detailed Explanation

Statement A is correct as hydrogen can reduce metal oxides. Statement B is incorrect as heavy water is not typically used for studying reaction mechanisms. Statement C is incorrect as hydrogen is not used to make saturated fats. Statement D is incorrect because the H-H bond is relatively strong. Statement E is incorrect as hydrogen cannot reduce oxides of metals more active than iron.

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