Lead(II) Sulfate and Solubility Concepts

The video explores the reaction of lead sulfate (PbSO4) in water, explaining that lead is a metal and sulfate is a polyatomic ion. It discusses ionic compounds and their solubility, emphasizing the need to consult a solubility table. The video demonstrates how to use the table to determine that lead sulfate is insoluble in water, meaning it will not dissolve and will simply settle at the bottom. The conclusion reiterates that no reaction occurs when lead sulfate is placed in water.

What type of ion is sulfate (SO4)?

• A polyatomic ion

• A monatomic ion

• A cation

• An anion

What should be checked to determine if an ionic compound will dissolve in water?

• A pH scale

• A chemical equation

• A solubility table

• A periodic table

What is the charge on the lead ion in lead(II) sulfate?

• 1+

• 3+

• 2+

• 4+

What does the 'I' indicate in the solubility table for lead(II) sulfate?

• It is reactive

• It is insoluble

• It is partially soluble

• It is soluble

What happens to lead(II) sulfate when it is placed in water?

• It forms a gas

• It remains as a solid

• It reacts with water

• It dissolves completely

What is the state of lead(II) sulfate in water according to the video?

• Gas

• Liquid

• Aqueous

• Solid

What is the final observation when lead(II) sulfate is mixed with water?

• The water evaporates

• Nothing happens

• The solution becomes acidic

• A chemical reaction occurs