SSC CPO 2023 PYQ — Question 77

SSC CPO - 03 Oct 2023 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q77

In 1784, who discovered the composition of water through his experiment with hydrogen and oxygen?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Henry Cavendish.

In 1784, Henry Cavendish discovered the composition of water through his experiments with hydrogen and oxygen. Cavendish conducted experiments that led to the identification of hydrogen as a distinct element and demonstrated that water was a compound formed by the combination of hydrogen and oxygen. His work laid the foundation for the modern understanding of chemical reactions and the composition of water, significantly contributing to the field of chemistry.