Net Ionic Equations

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What is a net ionic equation?

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A net ionic equation shows only the species that participate in a chemical reaction, omitting spectator ions.

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What are spectator ions?

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Spectator ions are ions that do not participate in the actual chemical reaction and remain unchanged in solution.

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How do you identify spectator ions in a reaction?

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Spectator ions can be identified by comparing the complete ionic equation with the net ionic equation; they are the ions that appear on both sides.

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What is the solubility rule for hydroxides?

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Most hydroxides are insoluble in water, except for those of alkali metals and barium.

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What is a precipitate?

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A precipitate is an insoluble solid that forms when two aqueous solutions are mixed.

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What is the net ionic equation for the reaction of AgNO3 and NaCl?

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Ag+(aq) + Cl-(aq) → AgCl(s)