Balancing Net Ionic Equations

This video tutorial explains how to balance the net ionic equation for the reaction between sodium hydroxide (NaOH) and iron(III) bromide (FeBr3). It covers balancing the molecular equation, determining the states of substances, forming the complete ionic equation, identifying spectator ions, and deriving the net ionic equation. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of charge balance and solubility rules in the process.

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

• Determine solubility of compounds

• Write the complete ionic equation

• Balance the molecular equation

• Identify spectator ions

Which of the following is generally soluble?

• Iron(III) hydroxide

• Sodium hydroxide

• Lead(II) sulfate

• Calcium carbonate

What happens to iron(III) hydroxide in the reaction?

• It remains unchanged

• It forms a precipitate

• It forms a gas

• It dissolves completely

What is the purpose of splitting strong electrolytes into ions?

• To determine solubility

• To balance the charges

• To form the complete ionic equation

• To identify the precipitate

Which ions are considered spectator ions in this reaction?

• Hydrogen and oxygen ions

• Iron and hydroxide ions

• Chloride and potassium ions

• Sodium and bromide ions

What is the net ionic equation derived from?

• The complete ionic equation

• The molecular equation

• The solubility rules

• The balanced chemical equation

Why is it important to balance charges in a net ionic equation?

• To determine solubility

• To identify spectator ions

• To ensure the equation is neutral

• To predict the products

What is the net charge of the reactants in the balanced net ionic equation?

• Variable

• Zero

• Negative

• Positive

What is the role of Dr. B in the video?

• To demonstrate a chemical experiment

• To introduce new chemical compounds

• To explain the balanced net ionic equation

• To discuss solubility rules

What is the final step in balancing a net ionic equation?

• Identifying spectator ions

• Balancing atoms and charges

• Determining solubility

• Writing the molecular equation