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To an aqueous solution containing ions such as Al3+,Zn2+,Ca2+,Fe3+,Ni2+,Ba2+ and Cu2+ was added conc. HCl, followed by H2S. The total number of cations precipitated during this reaction is/are :
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Options:
  • A 1
  • B 3
  • C 4
  • D 2
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The correct answer is: 1
Al3+ and Fe3+ sulphides hydrolyse in water. Ni2+ and Zn2+ require basic medium with H2 S to form precipitate.  Ca2+ and Ba2+ sulphides are also soluble.  only Cu2+ can form the precipitate with H2S in the acidic medium.

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