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Which of the following is a highly corro...

Which of the following is a highly corrosive salt?

A

`FeCl_2`

B

`PbCl_2`

C

`Hg_(2)Cl_(2)`

D

`HgCl_2`

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The correct Answer is:
D
`HgCl_2` has corrosive action. It is highly poisonous. It sublimes on heating. It is, therefore, known as corrosive sublimate.
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