Chemistry-Functional Group Tests
NEET Chemistry Functional Group Tests MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-numerical-Easy-Class 12
A sample of salt is dissolved in water and dilute HCl is added, but no white precipitate forms. Which of the following ions is most likely absent?
A
Pb 2+
B
Cl -
C
Br -
D
I -
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The absence of a white precipitate upon the addition of dilute HCl suggests that Group-I cations, such as Pb 2+, are absent, as they typically form a white precipitate.
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