S Block Elements Question 11

Question 11 - 30 January - Shift 1

The alkaline earth metal sulphate(s) which are readily soluble in water is/are:

(A) $BeSO_4$

(B) $MgSO_4$

(C) $CaSO_4$

(D) $SrSO_4$

(E) $BaSO_4$

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(1) A only

(2) B only

(3) A and B

(4) B and C

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Answer: (3)

Solution:

Formula: Sulphates of group 2

Due to high hydration energy $Be^{2+}$ and $Mg^{2}$ $BeSO_4$ and $MgSO_4$ are readily soluble in water.