Ionic Equations and Electrolytes

The video tutorial explains how to write the balanced net ionic equation for the reaction between aluminum hydroxide and acetic acid. It begins with balancing the molecular equation and identifying the states of the compounds involved. The tutorial then demonstrates how to split strong electrolytes into ions to form the complete ionic equation, while keeping insoluble compounds and weak electrolytes intact. Finally, it identifies spectator ions to derive the net ionic equation, emphasizing key points such as the insolubility of aluminum hydroxide and the weak nature of acetic acid.

What is the first step in writing a net ionic equation?

• Identify spectator ions

• Balance the molecular equation

• Split strong electrolytes into ions

• Determine the solubility of compounds

Which of the following is generally insoluble?

• Sodium hydroxide

• Potassium hydroxide

• Acetic acid

• Aluminum hydroxide

What state is acetic acid in during the reaction?

• Solid

• Liquid

• Gas

• Aqueous

What do you do with strong electrolytes in a complete ionic equation?

• Split them into ions

• Leave them as molecules

• Convert them to solids

• Ignore them

Why don't we split aluminum hydroxide in the ionic equation?

• It's insoluble

• It's a weak acid

• It's a strong electrolyte

• It's a gas

What is the role of spectator ions in a reaction?

• They appear on both sides of the equation

• They form new compounds

• They change the state of reactants

• They participate in the reaction

What is the net ionic equation for a reaction?

• An equation showing only the ions that participate in the reaction

• An equation showing only the spectator ions

• An equation showing the molecular formula

• An equation showing all reactants and products

Why is acetic acid not split in the ionic equation?

• It's a weak electrolyte

• It's a strong acid

• It's a solid

• It's a gas

What should you remember about aluminum hydroxide in reactions?

• It's a strong acid

• It's a strong base

• It's a gas

• It's insoluble

What is the nature of acetic acid in the reaction?

• Weak base

• Weak acid

• Strong acid

• Strong base