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How does sulphide and carbonates present in water toxic ?

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Sulphide `(S^(2-))` and carbonate `(CO_3^(2))` undergo anionic hydrolysis to form weak acids `H_2S and H_2CO_3`. The pH of water increases. Water becomes alkaline and toxic.
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