Chemistry 5070 · O Level · Identification of ions and gases

Identification of ions and gases — practice question

When a solution containing lead(II) ions is combined with a solution containing iodide ions, a yellow precipitate is produced. What is the equation for the reaction taking place?

  • A$\text{Pb}^+ + \text{I}^- \rightarrow \text{PbI}$
  • B$\text{Pb}^+ + 2\text{I}^- \rightarrow \text{PbI}_2$
  • C$\text{Pb}^{2+} + \text{I}^- \rightarrow \text{PbI}$
  • D$\text{Pb}^{2+} + 2\text{I}^- \rightarrow \text{PbI}_2$

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