CCl 4 is a well known fire extinguisher. However after using it to extinguish fire, the…
Chemistry · JEE Advanced · NTA Exams — Alkyl and Aryl Halides
CCl4 is a well known fire extinguisher. However after using it to extinguish fire, the room should be well ventilated. This is because :
- it is inflammable at higher temperatures
- it is toxic
- it produces phosgene by reaction with water vapours at higher temperatures
- it is corrosive
Answer
(C) it produces phosgene by reaction with water vapours at higher temperatures
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