How Can I Identify Ions in a Mixture During a Practical Experiment?

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To identify ions in a mixture during a practical experiment, focus on observing precipitate formation as the flame test is unavailable. Research solubility rules and solubility products for the ionic compounds formed from the selected cations (Pb, Ba, Ca, Cu, Fe2, Fe3) and anions (CO3, Cl, PO, SO, NO3) to determine their solubility in water. Utilize online resources and chemical calculators to find relevant solubility data. Be aware of potential errors in observations and consider methods to enhance the reliability of results, such as careful measurement and controlled conditions. Understanding solubility concepts is crucial for accurate identification of ions in the solution.
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I am prepare for a practical experiment,
this is a practical experiment aim to identify the anions and cations in the solution,
and those ions are choosed from Pb, Ba, Ca, Cu,Fe2, Fe3 and CO3, Cl, PO, SO, NO3.
where can i find the solubility in water for any ionic compound that can be formed from above pair from internet, even i found it, how do i known whether it is soluble or insoluble. i have found some solubility in 'revelant solubility', i don't know what it means.

so far i have been told that the flame test is not available, so it mainly focused on the observation for the precipitate it formed. what could be the erorrs or something should be aware of to avoid errors, and what could be done to improve the reliability of the result.
 
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Search on the solubility product for all of the binary compounds you can make between the anions and cations on that list. Assume the metals are cations and the nonmetals and polyatomics are anions.
 
You may also google for solubility rules - while simplified, they can be sufficient for your task.


Chemical calculators at
 
those information are very useful, thank you.
 
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