Which ion is present in each of the following samples?
a. The sample gives a white precipitate when treated with AgNO3 (silver nitrate).
b. The sample gives a light purple color when placed in a hot flame.
c. The sample gives off bubbles when treated with acid.
2. Which ion or ions are shown to be absent from the following samples?
a. The solution does not turn red when treated with KSCN (potassium thiocyanate)
b. The solution gives a light purple color when placed in a hot flame.
c. The solution does not turn dark blue when treated with ammonia (NH3) solution.
3. Using the equation for the reaction involved in the test for the calcium ion as an example, write the equation for the test for chloride ion. Be sure to indicate which is the precipitate.
4. What do you think would happen if you treated a sample of tap water with some silver nitrate (AgNO3)? Explain.