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Which of the carbonates given below is unstable in air and is kep in `CO_(2)` atmosphere to avoid decomposition .A. `BeCO_(3)`B. `MgCO_(3)`C. `CaCO_(3)`D. `BaCO_(3)`

Answer» Correct Answer - D
Due to least electropositive character or least basicity of `Be(OH)_(2), BeCO_(3)` is less stable and hence decompose to give BeO and `CO_(2)` . Since the decomposition reaction is reversible , therefore to increase the stability of `BeCO_(3)` or to reverse the above equilibrium , `BeCO_(3)` is kept in an atmosphere of `CO_(2)` .
`BeCO_(3) hArr BeO + CO_(2)`


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