What is the purpose of the borax bead test?
1. To identify the presence of specific metallic ions
2. To determine the acidity of a solution
3. To test for the presence of organic compounds
4. To measure the concentration of a solute
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What is the role of borax (sodium borate) in the borax bead test?
1. It acts as a flux to facilitate the formation of a bead.
2. It acts as an indicator for pH changes.
3. It reacts with metal ions to form colored complexes.
4. It stabilizes the flame during heating.
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