Multiple choice

Which of the following statements are TRUE?

  1. All halides of alkaline earth metals are ionic in nature.
  2. BeSO4 and MgSO4 are readily soluble in water.
  3. Solvay process can be used for the preparation of potassium carbonate.

  1. Only 1

  2. 1, 2 and 3

  3. Only2

  4. 2 and 3

  5. Only 3
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C Correct answer
Explanation

BeSO4 and MgSO4 are readily soluble in water. The greater hydration enthalpies of Be2+ and Mg2+ ions overcome the lattice enthalpy factor and therefore their sulphates are soluble in water.

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