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Aqueous solution of lead and zinc nitrate can be distinguished using an aqueous solution of ammonia. Give reasons.

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zinc nitrate gives white precipitate .which dissolve in excess ammoniumand produce a colourless solution. whereas lead nitrate give a chalky white precipitate of lead hydroxide which doesnt dissolve

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