Chemistry-Functional Group Tests

NEET Chemistry Functional Group Tests MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-numerical-Hard-Class 12

In the qualitative analysis of Group-V cations, when barium carbonate is dissolved in acetic acid and treated with potassium chromate, what is the stoichiometric ratio of acetic acid to barium chromate formed?

A

2:1

B

1:1

C

1:2

D

3:2

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

From the NCERT context, when barium carbonate reacts with acetic acid, it forms barium acetate. This barium acetate then reacts with potassium chromate to form barium chromate. The balanced equations indicate a 2:1 ratio of acetic acid to barium chromate.

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