Concept:
Carbonates of most metals are insoluble except alkali metals.
Step 1: Check reactions
Ba$^{2+}$, Ca$^{2+}$, Mg$^{2+}$, Pb$^{2+}$ form insoluble carbonates → precipitate.
Na$^+$ forms soluble Na$_2$CO$_3$ → no precipitate.
Final Answer:
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