Which of the following mixtures of ions can be separated by using an excess of an NaOH solution?
A
Pb2+ and Zn2+
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B
Al3+ and Zn2+
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C
Fe3+ and Al3+
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D
Sn2+ and Pb2+
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Solution
The correct option is CFe3+ and Al3+ With sodium hydroxide solution, a reddish-brown precipitate of iron(III) hydroxide, insoluble in excessof the reagent (distinction from aluminium and chromium) is obtained.