Analytical Chemistry Question 181
Question: A metal chloride dissolves appreciably in cold water. When placed on a platinum wire in Bunsen flame no distinctive colour is noticed, the cation would be
Options:
A) $ M{g^{2+}} $
B) $ B{a^{2+}} $
C) $ P{b^{2+}} $
D) $ C{a^{2+}} $
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Answer:
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
[a] $ MgCl_2 $ is soluble in water and does not give flame test. Other give flame test.