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Question
Unlike Group 1 metals, the hydrogencarbonates of Group 2 metals primarily exist in what state?
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.