AIPMT PRELIMS2005Chemistry-Qualitative Analysis

AIPMT PRELIMS 2005 Chemistry Group Separation MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

H₂S gas when passed through a solution of cations containing HCl precipitates the cations of second group of qualitative analysis but not those belonging to the fourth group. It is because:

A

presence of HCl decreases the sulphide ion concentration

B

presence of HCl increases the sulphide ion concentration

C

solubility product of group II sulphides is more than that of group IV sulphides

D

solubility product of group II sulphides is less than that of group IV sulphides

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

HCl decreases the sulphide ion concentration, preventing precipitation of less soluble group IV sulphides.

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