Qualitative Tests Flashcards

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How to test for the presence of Carbonates?

A

Add dilute acid

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What is the positive observation for the presence of Carbonates?

A

Effervescence. The gas produced turn lime water cloudy.

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How to test for the presence of Halides ?

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Add dilute nitric acid, followed by silver nitrate solution.

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What is the positive observation for the presence of Halides?

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  • Chloride ions form a white precipitate of silver chloride.
  • Bromide ions form a cream precipitate of silver bromide.
  • Iodide ions form a yellow precipitate of silver iodide
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How to test for the presence of Sulphates ?

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Add dilute hydrochloric acid followed by barium chloride solution

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What is the positive observation for the presence of Sulphates?

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A white precipitate of barium sulphate is formed

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