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Why is magnesium hydroxide used in medicine as an antacid?
Why is magnesium hydroxide used in medicine as an antacid?
- Because it is alkaline and can neutralize acids (correct)
- Because it is the most soluble Group 2 hydroxide
- Because it reacts with acids to form a white precipitate
- Because it is the least soluble Group 2 hydroxide
Which Group 2 sulfate is the least soluble?
Which Group 2 sulfate is the least soluble?
- Magnesium sulfate (MgSO4)
- Barium sulfate (BaSO4) (correct)
- Strontium sulfate (SrSO4)
- Calcium sulfate (CaSO4)
How are barium meals useful in medical imaging?
How are barium meals useful in medical imaging?
- They allow imaging of internal tissues and organs (correct)
- They form a white precipitate when present in the blood
- They neutralize acidic stomach contents
- They introduce barium ions into the blood for better imaging
What is the significance of barium sulfate being insoluble in medicine?
What is the significance of barium sulfate being insoluble in medicine?
Which Group 1 carbonate is the least soluble?
Which Group 1 carbonate is the least soluble?
Which type of gases are produced when Group 2 carbonates undergo thermal decomposition?
Which type of gases are produced when Group 2 carbonates undergo thermal decomposition?
Why is barium chloride used as a test for sulfate ions?
Why is barium chloride used as a test for sulfate ions?
What is the general condition under which Group 1 and Group 2 metals undergo thermal decomposition?
What is the general condition under which Group 1 and Group 2 metals undergo thermal decomposition?
Why does more heat tend to be required for the thermal decomposition of Group 2 carbonates as you go down the group?
Why does more heat tend to be required for the thermal decomposition of Group 2 carbonates as you go down the group?
What type of gases are produced when Group 2 nitrates undergo thermal decomposition?
What type of gases are produced when Group 2 nitrates undergo thermal decomposition?
Which of the following statements about Group 1 metals is true based on the text?
Which of the following statements about Group 1 metals is true based on the text?
What differentiates the thermal decomposition of Group 1 nitrates from Group 2 nitrates?
What differentiates the thermal decomposition of Group 1 nitrates from Group 2 nitrates?
Why do the remaining Group 1 nitrates produce a metal nitrite and oxygen upon heating?
Why do the remaining Group 1 nitrates produce a metal nitrite and oxygen upon heating?
What happens when Group 1 carbonates are heated in a lab?
What happens when Group 1 carbonates are heated in a lab?
Why do smaller ions form less stable carbonates and nitrates?
Why do smaller ions form less stable carbonates and nitrates?
What trend is observed in the stability of carbonates and nitrates as you go down Groups 1 and 2?
What trend is observed in the stability of carbonates and nitrates as you go down Groups 1 and 2?
How can Group 1 and Group 2 elements be identified using flame tests?
How can Group 1 and Group 2 elements be identified using flame tests?
What is the purpose of cleaning a nichrome wire in concentrated hydrochloric acid before performing a flame test?
What is the purpose of cleaning a nichrome wire in concentrated hydrochloric acid before performing a flame test?
