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Why does mixing zinc powder ammonium chloride ammonium nitrate and spit create fire?
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∙ 15y ago
Ammonium Nitrate acts as an oxidizer to the reaction. Ammonium Chloride merely provides Cl- as a catalyst to the reaction. The water in the spit begins to decompose the Ammonium Nitrate, which produces Nitrous Oxide and water vapor. The water vapor decomposes more Ammonium Nitrate, creating an autocatalyitic effect. The heat provided from the decomposition ignites the zinc, creating more heat, which decomposes the Ammonium Nitrate at a faster rate, producing more gas more rapidly. The overall formula is:
Zn(s) + NH4NO3(s) → N2(g) + ZnO(s) + 2 H2O(g)
*Note* Sodium Chloride may also be used in place of Ammonium Chloride.
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Lab preparation of neutral ferric chloride solution from solid ferric chloride?
I think neutral ferric chloride is prepared by mixing iron(III) chloride with ammonium hydroxide.
Is mixing silver nitrate and sodium chloride a chemical change?
Yes. The two will undergo a chemical reaction.
Is ammonium chloride made of with hydrochloric acid and chlorine?
No, it is usually made by mixing ammonia (NH3) and hydrochloric acid (HCl). However ammonium chloride is a pure, new substance rather than a mixture of these two. NH3(gas) + HCl(gas) --> NH4Cl(solid) ('fume of salmiak')
What happens when mixing calcium nitrate in water compound?
what is the difference between mixing calcium nitrate in water compound to mixing ethanol in water
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no
Is ammonium nitrate compatible with any bromide?
What exactly does "compatible" mean to you? Ammonium salts, and nitrates, are generally pretty soluble, so I wouldn't expect a precipitate to form from mixing ammonium nitrate with much of anything. If that's what you meant by "compatible," then yeah, probably.
Lab preparation of neutral ferric chloride solution from solid ferric chloride?
I think neutral ferric chloride is prepared by mixing iron(III) chloride with ammonium hydroxide.
Is mixing silver nitrate and sodium chloride a physical or chemical change?
I'd think that it is a chemical change... Mixing NaCl(Sodium Chloride) with AgNo3(Silver Nitrate) in aqueous states is simple precipitation... unless u're talking about mixing the powders by themselves?
Is mixing silver nitrate and sodium chloride a chemical change?
Yes. The two will undergo a chemical reaction.
How can you prevent the formation of a precipitate while mixing potassium nitrate and sodium chloride?
Add more water and stir.
What risks are there when using ammonium nitrate?
It depends completely on what you are using it for. It is slightly toxic, and it is also a strong oxidizer (I think it's even stronger than ammonium perchlorate). Mixing it with metal powders or combustible materials can cause an explosion.
Is ammonium chloride made of with hydrochloric acid and chlorine?
No, it is usually made by mixing ammonia (NH3) and hydrochloric acid (HCl). However ammonium chloride is a pure, new substance rather than a mixture of these two. NH3(gas) + HCl(gas) --> NH4Cl(solid) ('fume of salmiak')
What happens when mixing calcium nitrate in water compound?
what is the difference between mixing calcium nitrate in water compound to mixing ethanol in water
Name of NH4OH?
in catalyst (AL2O3)with heat(450C) = CH3NH2 + (CH3)2NH + (CH3)3N
How are buffers produced?
There are two types of Buffer solution and both have different preparation:Acidic BufferAcidic buffers are made by mixing a weak acid with its conjugate base.Example:When we mix Acetic acid with Sodium citrate, an acidic buffer is formed.Basic BufferBasic buffers are made by mixing a weak base with its conjugate base.Example:When Ammonium hydroxide is mixed with Ammonium chloride, a basic buffer is formed.
What is the product Mixing lead nitrate and potassium bromide?
It is lead bromide and potassium nitrate
How do Ammonium hydroxide solution and ethanol react when mixing it?
ethoxyammonium was formed
