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Chemical Properties of Boron Family

Which stateme...

Question

Which statement is not true about potash alum?

Its empirical formula is KAl(SO₄)₂ . 12H₂O

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Its aqueous solution is basic in nature

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It is used in dyeing industries

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On heating it melts an loses its water of crystallization

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Solution

The correct option is B
Its aqueous solution is basic in nature

Solution: All statements are true except ‘b’ since alums when dissolved in water exhibit cationic hydrolysis of $A l^{3 +}$ ion.

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