Sulfate Ions Flashcards

1
Q

Ionic formula of Sulfate Ions

A

SO4^2-

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2
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Test for Sulfate ions

A

Add barium chloride and a few drops of dilute hydrochloric acid

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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

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4
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Positive result of the test for Sulfate ions

A

A white precipitate forms

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