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Why does a precipitate form when two ionic compounds are mixed?
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∙ 15y ago
Precipitates between two ionic compounds only occur when the compounds formed are not soluble in the medium they're created in, like lead iodide Pb(NO3)2 + 2KI => Pb2+ + 2NO3- + 2K+ + 2I- => 2K+(aq) + 2NO3-(aq) + PbI2 (s) Precipitates between two ionic compounds only occur when the compounds formed are not soluble in the medium they're created in, like lead iodide Pb(NO3)2 + 2KI => Pb2+ + 2NO3- + 2K+ + 2I- => 2K+(aq) + 2NO3-(aq) + PbI2 (s)
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∙ 14y agoThe net charge on an ionic compound is zero, so the sum of the positive charges equals the sum of the negative charge.
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∙ 15y agoThe net charge of the precipitate is 0. The net charge of the precipitate is 0.
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∙ 13y agoThe net charge of the resulting (neutral) precipitate is 0.
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Common substances that form ionic compounds?
substances such as sodium and chlorine for ionic compounds basically it is neutral elements that form ionic compounds
Do ionic compounds form crystals?
Usually ionic compounds form crystals when in their solid state.
Does iron and chlorine make ionic compounds?
Yes they can form ionic compounds
What is the solid with low solubility that sometimes forms when ionic solutions are mixed?
I think you are referring to a precipitate, the resultant that precipitates out because it has such low solubility in the same solution where the reaction to form it takes place.
What is the difference between and ionic and covalent bond?
Compounds with covalent bonds form molecules. Compounds with ionic bonds form ionic lattices.
What are ionic compounds called when they don't form precipitate?
Soluble
How do you find the net ionic equation for NaOH and Na2SO4 when they form a precipitate?
The net ionic equation for NaOH and Na2SO4 when they form a precipitate is simple. It will contain only the atoms that participate in the reaction. Both of these compounds are soluble.
Common substances that form ionic compounds?
substances such as sodium and chlorine for ionic compounds basically it is neutral elements that form ionic compounds
How can someone predict what formation of a precipate in a chemical reaction will take place in the solution?
For solutions of ionic compounds in water, the formation of a precipitate can be predicted by noting the concentrations of each kind of ions present in the solution after it is prepared. If the solubility product constant of any possible ionic compound-forming combination of these ions is exceeded, a precipitate will eventually form. If not, no precipitate will form.
Do ionic compounds form crystals?
Usually ionic compounds form crystals when in their solid state.
Does iron and chlorine make ionic compounds?
Yes they can form ionic compounds
What has positive ions and can form ionic compounds?
Metals form positive ions and form ionic compounds with negative ions.
What is the solid with low solubility that sometimes forms when ionic solutions are mixed?
I think you are referring to a precipitate, the resultant that precipitates out because it has such low solubility in the same solution where the reaction to form it takes place.
What is the difference between and ionic and covalent bond?
Compounds with covalent bonds form molecules. Compounds with ionic bonds form ionic lattices.
What do most ionic compounds form?
Ionic bond.
Can iron and chlorine form ionic compound?
Yes they can form ionic compounds
Will KNO3 and NaCl form a precipitate when mixed together?
No
