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The concentrated sulphuric acid solution is the preferred catalyst for the preparation of esters. Rarely used is the hydrochloric acid as a gas.

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Why did the sulfuric acid not clear the drain?

The sulfuric acid did not clear the drain because it may not have been strong enough to break down the clog or there could have been a blockage that the acid could not dissolve.


Why is sulfuric acid rather than hydrochloric acid used to catalyze the dehydration of alcohols?

in a dehydration the alcohol becomes charged (R-OH2+) then it can leave (a double bond is formed) the acid provides the extra H+ for the alcohol. then the resulting anion (HSO4- or H2PO4-) can do the elimination reaction creating the double bond. HCL still provides the H+and still could do the elimination, but could also (more likely) just substitute giving R-Cl and not the double bond desired.


Could you get sulfuric acid from a car battery?

Yes, a car battery contains sulfuric acid as an electrolyte. However, extracting sulfuric acid from a car battery is not recommended due to safety concerns and the risk of exposure to toxic fumes. It is best to handle car batteries carefully and recycle them properly at designated facilities.


How to prepare 0.5M sulfuric acid?

To prepare 0.5M sulfuric acid, you would mix concentrated sulfuric acid with water in the correct ratio. For example, to make 500 mL of 0.5M sulfuric acid, you could mix 25 mL of concentrated sulfuric acid with 475 mL of water. Always remember to add acid to water slowly to avoid splashing and heat generation.


What two compounds make magnesium sulphate?

Many combinations of compounds could make magnesium sulfate:magnesium hydroxide and sulfuric acidmagnesium oxide and sulfuric acidmagnesium hydroxide and sulfur trioxideetc.

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Why did the sulfuric acid not clear the drain?

The sulfuric acid did not clear the drain because it may not have been strong enough to break down the clog or there could have been a blockage that the acid could not dissolve.


Is sulfuric acid harmful to pets?

yea cuase they could die


Could you use muriatic acid for your car battery?

No, sulfuric only


Why is sulfuric acid rather than hydrochloric acid used to catalyze the dehydration of alcohols?

in a dehydration the alcohol becomes charged (R-OH2+) then it can leave (a double bond is formed) the acid provides the extra H+ for the alcohol. then the resulting anion (HSO4- or H2PO4-) can do the elimination reaction creating the double bond. HCL still provides the H+and still could do the elimination, but could also (more likely) just substitute giving R-Cl and not the double bond desired.


What are some interesting chemistry project ideas?

You could look at the solvent effect on the synthesis of various esters You could look at the solvent effect on the synthesis of various esters


Could you get sulfuric acid from a car battery?

Yes, a car battery contains sulfuric acid as an electrolyte. However, extracting sulfuric acid from a car battery is not recommended due to safety concerns and the risk of exposure to toxic fumes. It is best to handle car batteries carefully and recycle them properly at designated facilities.


How to prepare 0.5M sulfuric acid?

To prepare 0.5M sulfuric acid, you would mix concentrated sulfuric acid with water in the correct ratio. For example, to make 500 mL of 0.5M sulfuric acid, you could mix 25 mL of concentrated sulfuric acid with 475 mL of water. Always remember to add acid to water slowly to avoid splashing and heat generation.


What two compounds make magnesium sulphate?

Many combinations of compounds could make magnesium sulfate:magnesium hydroxide and sulfuric acidmagnesium oxide and sulfuric acidmagnesium hydroxide and sulfur trioxideetc.


How much sulfuric acid does a car produce?

if u gathered all the sulfuric acid a car produces in a week, you could fill up 3 gallons..... Note to self: take the bus


What happens when a acid and a base reacts?

It actually deepens on the acid if it's sulfuric acid then it could disintegrate


Is a sulfuric leak a danger that it could get in the air?

Unless it's leaking into a very hot fire or volcano, there's very little chance that sulfuric acid will "get into the air" on Earth. Its boiling point is 638 degrees Fahrenheit.


What scientific findings led up to the invention of the first camera?

The scientific finding that led to the invention of the first camera was that light could catalyze a chemical reaction.