Sulfate Ions Flashcards
1
Q
Ionic formula of Sulfate Ions
A
SO4^2-
2
Q
Test for Sulfate ions
A
Add barium chloride and a few drops of dilute hydrochloric acid
3
Q
Why isn’t sulfuric acid used?
A
This is because sulfuric acid contains Sulfate ions which would cause all tests to be shown as positive - therefore would be invalid
4
Q
Positive result of the test for Sulfate ions
A
A white precipitate forms