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Similarities and trends in the properties of the Group 2 metals, magnesium to barium, and their compounds

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  • 9701/41 · May/June 20244 marks

    Describe the trend in the solubility of the hydroxides of magnesium, calcium and strontium. Explain your answer.

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  • 9701/42 · May/June 20253 marks

    Describe the trend in the decomposition temperature of the Group 2 nitrates. Explain your answer.

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  • 9701/41 · May/June 20242 marks

    The trend in the decomposition temperatures of the Group 2 ethanedioates is similar to that of the Group 2 nitrates. Suggest…

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  • 9701/41 · May/June 20252 marks

    State which of CaCO3 and BaCO3 decomposes at a lower temperature. Explain your answer. The compound that decomposes at a lower…

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