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Before testing for sulfate with BaCl2, dilute HCl is added to:
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A precipitate sulfate quickly
B remove interfering carbonate ions
C increase the temperature
D add extra chloride ions
Explanation

Acid removes CO3 2- which would otherwise form a false white precipitate.

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