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A compound X imparts a golden yellow flame and shows the reaction as Zn powder when boiled with a concentrated aqueous solution of (X), dissolves and H2 is evolved. Find X.

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KOH
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NaOH
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Mg(OH)2
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Ca(OH)2
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Solution

The correct option is B NaOH
Golden yellow flame is imparted by Na
Reaction between Zn and X (NaOH) is:
Zn+KOHNa2ZnO2+H2
K imparts purple colour to the flame, Mg gives a white flame whereas Ca gives a brick red flame.

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