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On adding dilute ammonia solution to a colourless solution of a salt, a white gelatinous precipitate appears. What is the formula of the white gelatinous precipitate obtained? - Chemistry

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On adding dilute ammonia solution to a colourless solution of a salt, a white gelatinous precipitate appears. This precipitate however dissolves on addition of excess of ammonia solution. Identify (choose from Na, Al, Zn, Pb, Fe)

What is the formula of the white gelatinous precipitate obtained?

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Solution

Zn(OH)2

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Action of Ammonium Hydroxide on Certain Salt Solutions
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Chapter 4: Analytical Chemistry: Uses of Ammonium Hydroxide and Sodium Hydroxide - Exercise 4 [Page 68]

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Selina Concise Chemistry [English] Class 10 ICSE
Chapter 4 Analytical Chemistry: Uses of Ammonium Hydroxide and Sodium Hydroxide
Exercise 4 | Q 7. (b) | Page 68

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