Which of the following statements are correct about chloroform?
a. Liquid fuel
b. Anaesthetic in nature
c. Produces phosgene
d. Fire extinguisher

A. A, B

B. A, C

C. B, C

D. D, A

Answer: Option C

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Chloroform was once a widely used anesthetic. Its vapor depresses the central nervous system of a patient, allowing a doctor to perform various otherwise painful procedures. Chronic chloroform exposure can damage the liver where chloroform is metabolized to phosgene.