Practice: Solubility Rules

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What is the solubility rule for sulfides (S²⁻)?

Back

Most sulfides are insoluble, except for those of alkali metals and alkaline earth metals.

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What is the solubility rule for hydroxides (OH⁻)?

Back

Most hydroxides are insoluble, except for those of alkali metals and Ba(OH)₂.

Front

What is the solubility rule for nitrates (NO₃⁻)?

Back

All nitrates are soluble in water.

Front

What is the solubility rule for carbonates (CO₃²⁻)?

Back

Most carbonates are insoluble, except for those of alkali metals and ammonium.

Front

What is the solubility rule for chlorides (Cl⁻)?

Back

Most chlorides are soluble, except for AgCl, PbCl₂, and Hg₂Cl₂.

Front

What is the solubility rule for sulfates (SO₄²⁻)?

Back

Most sulfates are soluble, except for BaSO₄, PbSO₄, and CaSO₄.

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What is a solvent in a solution?

Back

A solvent is the substance that dissolves a solute, resulting in a solution.

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What is a solute in a solution?

Back

A solute is the substance that is dissolved in a solvent.

Front

What happens when carbon dioxide is dissolved in water?

Back

Carbon dioxide acts as a solute, and water is the solvent.

Front

What is the solubility of magnesium hydroxide (Mg(OH)₂)?

Back

Insoluble in water.