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Which of the following carbonates will not decompose on heating?

A

`CaCO_3`

B

`Na_2CO_3`

C

`BaCO_3`

D

`Li_2CO_3`

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The correct Answer is:
B
Large sized `Na^+` ion make the `CO_3^(2-)` lattice more stable so it does not decompose on heating.
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