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CHM 102 Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis in Organic Chemistry Objective Question
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Question

In the Carius method for halogen estimation, what precipitates the halide?
Options
A Barium chloride
B Silver nitrate (AgNO₃)
Correct Answer
C Lead acetate
D Sodium nitroprusside
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

In the Carius method, the sample is heated with fuming HNO₃ and AgNO₃ in a sealed tube; halogens precipitate as AgCl, AgBr, or AgI.

Hint

Silver halide precipitate.

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis in Organic Chemistry
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 827 of 1999
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