Solubility Rules and Precipitate Reactions

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What are the solubility rules for Hydroxide anions (OH⁻)?

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Hydroxide anions are generally insoluble, but they are soluble when combined with Group 1 elements (alkali metals) and slightly soluble with Calcium, Strontium, and Barium.

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Are compounds containing Ammonium cations (NH₄⁺) soluble in water?

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Yes, compounds containing Ammonium cations are always soluble in water.

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In the reaction AB (aq) + CD (aq) → AD (aq) + CB (s), which substance is the precipitate?

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The precipitate is CB (s), which is the solid formed in the reaction.

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Is the compound Li₂S soluble in water according to solubility rules?

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Yes, Li₂S is soluble in water.

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Is the compound CaS soluble in water according to solubility rules?

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Yes, CaS is soluble in water.

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What is a precipitate in a chemical reaction?

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A precipitate is a solid that forms and settles out of a liquid mixture during a chemical reaction.

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What are the general solubility rules for salts containing Nitrates (NO₃⁻)?

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Salts containing Nitrates are always soluble in water.

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What is the solubility of salts containing Chlorides (Cl⁻)?

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Salts containing Chlorides are generally soluble, except for those containing Silver (Ag⁺), Lead (Pb²⁺), and Mercury (Hg₂²⁺).

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What is the solubility of Sulfates (SO₄²⁻)?

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Sulfates are generally soluble, except for those containing Barium (Ba²⁺), Lead (Pb²⁺), and Calcium (Ca²⁺).

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What is the solubility of Carbonates (CO₃²⁻)?

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Carbonates are generally insoluble, except for those containing Group 1 elements and Ammonium (NH₄⁺).