Distinguish by adding ammonium hydroxide solution to calcium salt and lead salt.

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On adding ammonium hydroxide solution to calcium salt and lead salt, the following reaction will takes place.
Salts When small amount of NH₄OH is added When excess amount of NH₄OH is added
Calcium salt No visible reaction No change
Lead salt White precipitate formed White precipitate is insoluble in excess NH₄OH

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Salts	When small amount of NH₄OH is added	When excess amount of NH₄OH is added
Calcium salt	No visible reaction	No change
Lead salt	White precipitate formed	White precipitate is insoluble in excess NH₄OH