Testing For Negative Ions Flashcards

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How do you test for Carbonate Ions?

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Add Hydrochloric acid
- Carbon dioxide is produced. This can be tested using limewater, if the limewater turns milky, carbon dioxide is present.

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How do you test for Halide Ions?

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Add acidified Silver Nitrate Solution.

  • chloride forms white ppt
  • bromide forms cream ppt
  • iodide forms yellow ppt
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How do you test for Sulfate Ions?

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Add Barium Chloride Solution

- White ppt forms.

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