Electrolytes and Ionic Reactions

The video tutorial explains how to balance the net ionic equation for acetic acid and potassium carbonate. It begins with balancing the molecular equation and identifying the states of each substance. Acetic acid is noted as a weak electrolyte, while potassium carbonate is soluble. The tutorial then demonstrates forming the complete ionic equation by splitting strong electrolytes into ions. Spectator ions are identified and removed to derive the net ionic equation. The video emphasizes understanding acetic acid's weak electrolyte nature and concludes with a summary of the process.

What is the first step in balancing net ionic equations?

• Identify spectator ions

• Determine the states of substances

• Balance the molecular equation

• Write the complete ionic equation

Why is acetic acid considered a weak electrolyte?

• It dissolves but does not dissociate much

• It is insoluble in water

• It completely dissociates in water

• It is a strong acid

Which of the following is true about potassium carbonate?

• It is very soluble in water

• It is insoluble in water

• It is a weak electrolyte

• It is a strong acid

What is the state of carbon dioxide in the reaction?

• Gas

• Liquid

• Solid

• Aqueous

Which compound is known for being very soluble in water?

• Carbon dioxide

• Potassium carbonate

• Acetic acid

• Water

What is the purpose of splitting strong electrolytes into ions?

• To balance the molecular equation

• To form the complete ionic equation

• To determine solubility

• To identify weak acids

What is the charge of the acetate ion?

• 2+

• 1+

• 2-

• 1-

Which ions are considered spectator ions in this reaction?

• Hydrogen ions

• Potassium ions

• Acetate ions

• Carbonate ions

What is the result of removing spectator ions from the complete ionic equation?

• The molecular equation

• The balanced equation

• The dissociation equation

• The net ionic equation

Why is it important to recognize acetic acid as a weak electrolyte?

• It determines whether it dissociates into ions

• It changes the color of the solution

• It affects the solubility of the reaction

• It influences the temperature of the reaction