The correct answer is (B) Adding a dilute solution of HCl
<u>EXPLANATION</u>
The presence of carbonate ions can be tested by adding a dilute acid to the solution. The acid displaces Carbon (IV) oxide from the solution. Using HCl, and a carbonate of metal X.
XCO₃₍s₎ + 2HCl₍aq₎⇒ XCl₂₍aq₎+ H₂O₍l₎ + CO₂₍g₎
The gas produced is tested using calcium hydroxide to confirm whether it is carbon (IV) oxide.
Answer:
Choice B
They are polar climates because they are dry
and cold
HCl = H⁺ + Cl⁻
c(HCl)=9.8*10⁻⁵ mol/l
pH=-lg[H⁺]
[H⁺]=c(HCl)
pH=-lg{c(HCl)}
pH=-lg{9.8*10⁻⁵}=4.009
pH=4.009