A new metal X is discovered and it is found to be between potassium and sodium in the activity series
Will the carbonate of X dissolve in water?

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Sodium carbonate and potassium carbonates are two metal carbonates soluble in water. As X lies between sodium and potassium hence, its carbonate would be soluble in water.

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A new metal X is discovered and it is found to be between potassium and sodium in the activity seriesWill the carbonate of X dissolve in water?

Sodium carbonate and potassium carbonates are two metal carbonates soluble in water. As X lies between sodium and potassium hence, its carbonate would be soluble in water.

A new metal X is discovered and it is found to be between potassium and sodium in the activity series
Will the carbonate of X dissolve in water?