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Which statement correctly explains why is NOT detected as a sulphide when is passed through the ammoniacal solution (group IV step) containing it?

  1. A is oxidised to by
  2. B is completely hydrolysed, so white is obtained, with release of
  3. C is a yellow precipitate, so it cannot be mistaken for
  4. D is amphoteric and dissolves in ammonia

Answer: B

goes to completion in water. Aluminium therefore appears as white gelatinous hydroxide, which is why it is placed in group III and why group III must be fully removed before group IV.
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