Q.

An arsenious sulphide sol carries a negative charge. The maximum precipitating power of this sol is possessed by:

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a

K2SO4

b

CaCl2

c

Na3PO4

d

AlCl3

answer is D.

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Detailed Solution

Arsenious sulphide sol has a negative charge, therefore positive ions can cause it to coagulate.
The ability of the flocculating ion to produce precipitation increases with valency.
AlCl3  has a positive cation with the greatest valency of +3 in each of the compounds listed. It has the most precipitating power as a result.

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