Anions Flashcards
1
Q
What is an anion?
A
Negative ion
2
Q
What are the three tests?
A
Halide, sulphate and carbonates
3
Q
What is the carbonate test?
A
Metal carbonates react with acids to release CO2
4
Q
What is the halide test?
A
Add solution, add nitric acid and silver nitrate until you see a precipitate
5
Q
Halide test:
Chloride
Bromide
Iodide
A
White
Cream
Yellow
6
Q
What is the sulphate test?
A
Add barium chloride to any sulphate to form a white precipitate