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.