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CHM 102 Group II Objective Question

Question

Unlike Group 1 metals, Group 2 hydrogencarbonates exist only in what state?
Options
A Solid form
B Gaseous form
C Aqueous solution
Correct Answer
D Molten form
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The document specifies, 'Unlike the group 1 metals which possess solid hydrogencarbonates, the hydrogencarbonates of group 2 metals only exist in solution.'

Hint

The stability of Group 2 hydrogencarbonates is lower than Group 1.

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