Question

$AgCl$ dissolves in a solution of $NH_{3}$ but not in water because.

• A. $NH_{3}$ is a better solvent than $H_{2}O$
• B. $Ag^{+}$ forms a complex ion with $NH_{3}$
• C. $NH_{3}$ is a stronger base than $H_{2}O$
• D. The dipole moment of water is higher than $NH_{3}$

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

$Ag^{+}$ forms a complex ion with $NH_{3}$

Answer 2

$Ag^{+}$ forms a complex ion with $NH_{3}$

$AgCl + 2NH_{3} \rightarrow \lbrack Ag(NH_{3})_{2}\rbrack Cl$