Anion Tests Flashcards
1
Q
What is the test for ammonium?
A
Add NaOH and warm the solution, test the gas produced will turn red litmus paper blue
2
Q
What is the test for sulfate ions?
A
Add barium ions via salt solution and then white precipitate will be formed
3
Q
When is barium chloride used?
A
When halide ions are not being tested
4
Q
What is the test for carbonate ions?
A
Metal carbonate + acid, bubble gas through limewater and will go cloudy
5
Q
What is limewater?
A
Calcium hydroxide solution