All of the following are true of barium sulfate as a contrast agent except
A) when mixed with water,it dissolves completely.
B) its atomic number (Z)is 56.
C) it is chemically inert.
D) barium sulfate is often mixed with water and sodium citrate,to prevent flocculation.

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Barium sulfate is not soluble in water and does not dissolve completely, which is why it is often mixed with water and other additives to form a suspension for use as a contrast agent in medical imaging.

All of the Following Are True of Barium Sulfate as a Contrast