S Block Elements Question 23

Question: $ KO_2 $ (potassium superoxide) is used in oxygen cylinders in space and submarines because it

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Options:

A) Absorbs $ CO_2 $ and increases $ O_2 $ content

B) Eliminates moisture

C) Absorbs $ CO_2 $

D) Produces ozone

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Answer:

Correct Answer: A

Solution:

$ KO_2 $ is used in oxygen cylinder because it absorbs $ CO_2 $ and increases $ O_2 $ content. Super oxides reacts with water to give $ H_2O_2 $ & $ O_2 $ .