Chemistry · May / June 2026 · Paper 11 · Question 40
5070Identification of ions and gases
J is an aqueous solution. When aqueous sodium hydroxide is added to J, a green precipitate is formed. The resulting mixture is heated, and no gas is formed. Aluminium foil is added to the warmed mixture. A gas is formed that turns damp red litmus paper blue. Which ions does J contain?
- AFe3+ and NH4+
- BFe3+ and NO3–
- CFe2+ and NH4+
- DFe2+ and NO3–
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Correct answer: D. Fe2+ and NO3–
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