Spectator Ions

Why are net ionic equations written?

• to eliminate spectator ions

• to create spectator ions

• to develop in empirical formulas

• to explain lightspeed

What is an ionic equation?

• An equation that only has ions

• An equation without spectator ions

• A reaction that only shows ions that change state

• all of the above

What are spectator ions?

• Ions that participate in the chemical reaction

• Ions that do not participate in the chemical reaction

• Ions that change their oxidation state

• Ions that form precipitates

Why are spectator ions not included in net ionic equations?

• They do not affect the equilibrium

• They do not change during the reaction

• They are not present in the solution

• They are not visible

Which of the following is a characteristic of spectator ions?

• They change color during the reaction

• They remain in the aqueous phase

• They form a solid precipitate

• They release gas

What role do spectator ions play in a chemical reaction?

• They drive the reaction forward

• They balance the charge in the solution

• They form the main product

• They act as catalysts

Which ions are typically considered spectator ions in a reaction?

• Ions that form a precipitate

• Ions that remain unchanged

• Ions that change color

• Ions that release energy

In a precipitation reaction, what happens to the spectator ions?

• They form a precipitate

• They remain in the solution

• They evaporate

• They decompose