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CHM 102 Group II Objective Question

Question

Unlike Group 1 metals, the hydrogencarbonates of Group 2 metals primarily exist in what state?
Options
A Solid form
B Gaseous form
C Only in solution
Correct Answer
D As hydrates
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 12 states, 'Unlike the group 1 metals which possess solid hydrogencarbonates, the hydrogencarbonates of group 2 metals only exist in solution.'

Hint

Consider the comparison made between Group 1 and Group 2 hydrogencarbonates.

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