While testing for second group, after the addition of hydrogen sulphide if yellow colour appears then it confirms the presence of :
A
Cadmium
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B
lead
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C
Tin and cadmium
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D
tin
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Solution
The correct option is C Tin and cadmium 2nd group is detected by adding the salt in water and then dilute hydrochloric acid followed by hydrogen sulfide. If it forms a reddish-brown or black precipitate then Bi3+, Cu2+, Hg2+ or Pb2+ is present if it forms a yellow precipitate, then Cd2+ or Sn4+ is present.