JAMB Chemistry 2011 Question 12

Question 12

Water

The importance of sodium aluminate (III) in the treatment of water is to

  1. A.cause coagulation
  2. B.neutralize acidity
  3. C.prevent goitre and tooth decay
  4. D.kill germs
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (cause coagulation)

Explanation

Sodium aluminate forms a sticky aluminium hydroxide floc that clumps fine particles together (coagulation) so they settle out.