Question:

When H₂S gas is passed through the HCl containing aqueous solution of CuCl₂, HgCl₂, BiCl₃ and CoCl₂, it does not precipitate out

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H₂S in acidic medium precipitates only group II cations.
Updated On: Mar 18, 2026
  • CuS
  • HgS
  • Bi₂S₃
  • CoS
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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation


Step 1:
In acidic medium, only group II sulphides precipitate.
Step 2:
CoS belongs to group IV and does not precipitate.
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