Which of the following compounds are readily soluble in water?
(i) BeSO4
(ii) MgSO4
(iii) BaSO4
(iv) SrSO4
Which of the following compounds are readily soluble in water?
(i) BeSO4
(ii) MgSO4
(iii) BaSO4
(iv) SrSO4
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1 Answer
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This is a multiple choice type question as classified in NCERT Exemplar
Correct option (i) and (ii)
On moving down the group, as the size increases the hydration enthalpy decreases. The hydration enthalpy of beryllium and magnesium ions are high due to the small size. Thus, sulfates are readily soluble in water.
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