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An unknown solution gives a violet flame test, but no

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An unknown solution gives a violet flame test, but no

An unknown solution gives a violet flame test, but no reaction with ammonium carbonate, ammonium phosphate, and ammonium sulfate. The halide test produces a purple color in the upper hexane layer. Identify (a) the alkali or alkaline earth element, and (b) the halide present in the unknown solution.