A mixture of iron and sulphur can be separated by dissolving the mixture in _______
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A mixture of iron and sulphur can be separated by dissolving the mixture in _______
- A) steam
- B) dilute hydrochloric acid
- C) dilute sodium hydroxide
- D) benzene
Correct Answer: B) dilute hydrochloric acid
Explanation
The mixture === FeS
When dissolved in diluted HCl
FeS + 2HCl \(\rightarrow\) FeCl?+ H?S(g)
Both elements are separated making option (B) valid
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