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JAMB Chemistry 2001 Question 47

Question 47

Qualitative Analysis

Which of the following metals burns with a brick-red flame?

  1. A.Pb
  2. B.Ca
  3. C.Na
  4. D.Mg
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (Ca)

Explanation

Calcium gives a brick-red flame. Sodium gives golden-yellow and magnesium burns with a dazzling white light.