NEETChemistryCoordination Compounds
How are Ca2+ and Mg2+ ions selectively estimated in water hardness estimation?
Options
- AThey form stable complexes with DMG.
- BThey form stable complexes with a–nitroso–b–naphthol.
- CThey form stable complexes with cupron.
- DThey form stable complexes with EDTA due to differences in stability constants.
Correct answer
D. They form stable complexes with EDTA due to differences in stability constants.
Step-by-step solution
Ca2+ and Mg2+ ions are selectively estimated in water hardness estimation due to differences in the stability constants of their complexes with EDTA.