What reagent could not be used to separate Cl^- from OH^- when added to an aqueous solution containing both? A)AgNO₃(aq) B)Ca(NO₃)₂(aq) C)Cu(NO₃)₂(aq) D)Fe(NO₃)₃(aq)

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AgNO3 would precipitate Cl^- as AgCl, but would not precipitate OH^-. The other reagents (B, C, and D) could potentially form precipitates with both ions, making them unsuitable for separating them.

What Reagent Could Not Be Used to Separate Cl- from OH-

What Reagent Could Not Be Used to Separate Cl^- from OH^-