What happens when nitrogen dioxide $(NO_2)$ dissolves in water?

  • A
    It dissolves in water forming nitric acid $(HNO_3)$.
  • B
    It does not dissolve in water.
  • C
    It dissolves in water to form nitrous acid $(HNO_2)$ and gives off oxygen $(O_2)$.
  • D
    It dissolves in water to form a mixture of nitrous acid $(HNO_2)$ and nitric acid $(HNO_3)$.

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