Qualitative Analysis - Result Question 31

31. The reagents, $NH _4 Cl$ and aqueous $NH _3$ will precipitate

(1991, 1M)

(a) $Ca^{2+}$

(b) $Al^{3+}$

(c) $Bi^{3+}$

(d) $Mg^{2+}$

(e) $Zn^{2+}$

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Answer:

Correct Answer: 31. (b,c)

Solution:

Both $Al^{3+}$ and $Bi^{3+}$ are precipitated as their hydroxides.