AIIMS 2005 Chemistry Qualitative Analysis Assertion Reason Question
Assertion : Borax bead test is not suitable for Al(III).
Reason : Al₂O₃ is insoluble in water.
If both assertion and reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion
If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of assertion
If assertion is true but reason is false
If both assertion and reason are false
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Borax bead test is not suitable for Al(III) because its oxidising as well as reducing flame is colourless in both hot as well as cold.
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