Solubility patterns of halogen anions

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Try this microscale practical to identify and explain patterns in the solubility of fluoride, chloride, bromide and iodide anions. Includes kit list and safety instructions.

In this microscale experiment, students add solutions containing lithium, calcium and silver cations to solutions containing fluoride, chloride, bromide and iodide anions. 

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