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Post-UTME Chemistry 2006 Objective — Question 5

Question 5 of 19 from the Post-UTME Screening (Post-UTME) Chemistry 2006 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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Which of the following ions is a pollutant in drinking water even in trace amounts?

  • A. Ca2+
  • B. Hg2+Correct
  • C. Mg2+
  • D. Fe2+

Explanation

Mercury ions are highly toxic even at trace concentrations.

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