Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Identification of ions and gases

Identification of ions and gases — practice question

Solid X is examined using the method shown. Reaction with dilute aqueous sodium hydroxide: no reaction occurs. Flame test: a red flame is observed. Reaction with dilute hydrochloric acid: a gas is produced that turns limewater milky. What substance is X?

  • Acopper(II) carbonate
  • Blithium carbonate
  • Cpotassium carbonate
  • Dsodium sulfate

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