Analytical Chemistry Question 102

Question: A dark green bead in the borax bead test (in oxidizing flame) indicates the presence of

Options:

A) $ C{r^{3+}} $

B) $ M{n^{2+}} $

C) $ C{o^{2+}} $

D) $ N{i^{2+}} $

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Answer:

Correct Answer: A

Solution:

[a] Borax react with $ C{r^{3+}} $ to form dark green coloured bead in reducing flame.