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AgCl dissolves in a solution of NH(3) bu...

`AgCl` dissolves in a solution of `NH_(3)` but not in water because

A

`NH_3` is a better solvent than `H_2O` `

B

`Ag^(+)` forms a complex ion with `NH_3`

C

`NH_3` is a stronger base than `H_2O`

D

The dipole moment of water is higher than `NH_3`

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The correct Answer is:
B
`Ag^(+)` forms a complex ion with`NH_3`
`AgCl + 2NH_3 to [Ag(NH_3)_2]Cl` .
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