For the test of halides, the soda extract is acidfied with
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DIL `H_(2)SO_(4)` Dil. `HNO_(3)` Dil. HCl none of the three
Solution :SODIUM carbonate EXTRACT is treated with dil. `HNO_(3)` to destroy `CO_(3)^(2-)` ION and `CN^(-)` ions (if present ) since both INTERFACE with the test.