Would gaseous `HCl` be considered as an Arrhenius acid?

Options

A. Yes
B. No
C. Not known
D. Gaseous HCl does not exist

Answer

B

Explanation

Gaseous HCl does not give `H^(+)` but liquid HCl gives `H(+)` in aqueous solution therefore gaseous HCl is not a Arrhenius acid due to covalent bonding in gaseous condition.