Preparing Cation Solutions Using Nitrates

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The discussion centers on the preparation of cation solutions using nitrate compounds, specifically calcium nitrate (Ca(NO3)2). The primary reason for using nitrates is their high solubility in water, facilitating the separation of cations from their anions. This characteristic ensures that the resulting solutions are easy to work with in laboratory settings. The participants confirm that the solubility of nitrates simplifies the preparation process of cation solutions.

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We did a lab using cation solutions, and they were prepared using compounds that contain the nitrate ion. (ex. Ca 2+ was prepared by dissolving Ca(NO3)2 in water. Why did they used nitrates to make these solutions?

Would it be because nitrates always form soluble solutions, so it would not be difficult to separate the two elements by dissolving it in water?
 
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Why did they used nitrates to make these solutions?
Would it be because nitrates always form soluble solutions, so it would not be difficult to separate the two elements by dissolving it in water?

That's exactly why.
 
We did a lab using cation solutions, and they were prepared using compounds that contain the nitrate ion. (ex. Ca 2+ was prepared by dissolving Ca(NO3)2 in water. Why did they used nitrates to make these solutions?
depending on the exact nature of the lab
 

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