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Which of the following statements are correct?

  1. AAn aqueous solution of is acidic.
  2. BAnhydrous is unsuitable for drying ammonia because it forms an addition compound.
  3. CAn aqueous solution of is basic.
  4. DHeating does not give anhydrous because hydrolysis occurs.

Answer: A, B, D

is strongly hydrolysed, giving an acidic solution. on heating loses and gives basic chloride or oxide. absorbs to form . is the salt of a strong acid and strong base, so its solution is neutral and the last statement is wrong.
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