Chem Testing Flashcards
What tests are used for metal ions
flame test
what color does phosphate produce in a flame test
purple
what color does lithium produce in a flame test
Red
what color does sodium produce in a flame test
Orange-Yellow
what color does calcium produce in a flame test
Brick red
outline the test for carbonate
1) mix solution with HCl
2)direct released gas into limewater
3) if LW begins to fizzle carbonate is present
how to test for ammonium
1) react with NaOH
2) gently Heat
3)If toxic smell(pungent) OR damp litmus paper turns red ammonium is present
How to test for Sulfate Ions
1)add HCl
2)add Barium Chloride
3)if white precipitate forms SO4,2- is present
how to test for Halide Ions
1) add Nitric acid
2) add Sliver Nitrate
3)white Precip=CL
cream Precip= Br
yellow Precip=I
