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A-LevelChemistryGroup 29701/12 · Feb/Mar 2023 · Q231 Mark

In Group 2 of the Periodic Table, the properties of the elements and their compounds show regular change down the group. Which property shows a decrease from magnesium to barium?

Athe decomposition temperature of the carbonates

Bthe decomposition temperature of the nitrates

Cthe solubility of the hydroxides

Dthe solubility of the sulfates

✓ Correct answer

D: the solubility of the sulfates

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Topic: Group 2, A-Level Chemistry (syllabus 9701). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
Source: A-Level Chemistry, Feb/Mar 2023 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 23.

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