Chemistry 9701 · AS & A Level · Analytical techniques

Analytical techniques — practice question

A white solid consists of a mixture of sodium chloride and sodium iodide. It is dissolved in water in a test-tube. Excess aqueous silver nitrate is then added to the test-tube. A precipitate, X, is formed. Next, excess concentrated ammonia is added to the test-tube that contains X. Once the test-tube has been shaken, a precipitate, Y, is formed. Which statement about X or Y is correct?

  • AX is a pure white colour.
  • BX is pure silver iodide.
  • CY is pure silver chloride.
  • DY is yellow.

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