Which gas is responsible for the distinctive smell of rotten eggs?
A
Methane
B
Hydrogen sulfide
C
Ammonia
D
Sulfur dioxide
Correct Answer: Option B — Hydrogen sulfide
Explanation:
Hydrogen sulfide H2S is a colourless toxic gas responsible for the characteristic smell of rotten eggs and is produced by the bacterial deco...
Hydrogen sulfide H2S is a colourless toxic gas responsible for the characteristic smell of rotten eggs and is produced by the bacterial decomposition of organic matter.