Chemical Reactions for Preparing Salts

What are the two main considerations when choosing a chemical reaction to prepare a salt?

• The type of acid and base used

• The chemicals used and how to separate the salt from other substances

• The temperature and pressure conditions

• The color and texture of the salt

Which of the following is NOT a reaction used to prepare soluble salts?

• Acid with non-reactive metals

• Acid with metal oxides

• Acid with metal carbonates

• Acid with reactive metals

What is the method called when acids react with alkalis to produce salt and water?

• Filtration

• Titration

• Neutralization

• Precipitation

Which acid should be used to prepare sodium chloride?

• Acetic acid

• Sulfuric acid

• Nitric acid

• Hydrochloric acid

Which of the following is a correct pair for preparing ammonium nitrate?

• Potassium hydroxide and hydrochloric acid

• Ammonium hydroxide and sulfuric acid

• Ammonium hydroxide and nitric acid

• Sodium hydroxide and nitric acid

What is the main reason for using titration in preparing certain salts?

• To change the color of the solution

• To accurately measure reactants

• To ensure complete reaction

• To increase the reaction speed

For preparing zinc sulfate, which of the following reactions is NOT used?

• Acid with metal

• Acid with carbonate

• Acid with base oxide

• Acid with non-reactive metal

What is the byproduct when zinc reacts with sulfuric acid to form zinc sulfate?

• Oxygen gas

• Hydrogen gas

• Water

• Carbon dioxide

Which acid is used to prepare lead nitrate?

• Hydrochloric acid

• Sulfuric acid

• Acetic acid

• Nitric acid

Why can't copper react with sulfuric acid to form copper sulfate?

• Copper forms a different compound

• Copper is a reactive metal

• Copper is not a reactive metal

• Sulfuric acid is too weak