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In 1984, Bhopal gas tragedy took place because methyl isocyanate

1. reacted with DDT
2. reacted with CO2
3. reacted with ammonia
4. reacted with water

Correct answer: reacted with water

Solution

The Bhopal gas tragedy occurred due to the accidental release of methyl isocyanate (MIC), which reacted with water, leading to a violent exothermic reaction and the release of toxic gases.

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