Chapter 5

Chemistry A Molecular Approach · 60 exercises

Problem 1

What is an aqueous solution? What is the difference between the solute and the solvent?

3 step solution

Problem 3

Explain how a strong electrolyte, a weak electrolyte, and a noneloctolute differ.

4 step solution

Problem 4

Lxplain the dilterence betwecn a strong acid and a weak acid.

3 step solution

Problem 5

What does it mean for a compound to be soluble? Insoluble?

4 step solution

Problem 8

What is a precipitation reaction? Give an example.

2 step solution

Problem 9

How can you predict whether a precipitation reaction will occur upon mixing two aqueous solutions?

5 step solution

Problem 10

Explain how a molecular equation, a complete ionic equation, and a net ionic equation differ.

3 step solution

Problem 11

What is the Arrhenius definition of an acid? A base?

2 step solution

Problem 12

What is an acid-base reaction? Give an example.

2 step solution

Problem 13

Explain the principles behind an acid-base titration. What is an indicator?

3 step solution

Problem 14

What is a gas-evolution reaction? Give an example.

2 step solution

Problem 16

What is an oxidation-reduction reaction? Give an example.

3 step solution

Problem 18

How can oxidation states be used to identify redox reactions?

3 step solution

Problem 21

Calculate the molarity of each solution. a. 3.25 mol of LiCl in 2.78 L solution b. \(28.33 \mathrm{gC}_{6} \mathrm{H}_{12} \mathrm{O}_{6}\) in \(1.28 \mathrm{~L}\) of solution c. \(32.4 \mathrm{mg} \mathrm{NaCl}\) in \(122.4 \mathrm{~mL}\) of solution

7 step solution

Problem 24

What is the molarity of \(\mathrm{Cl}^{-}\) in each solution? a. \(0.200 \mathrm{M} \mathrm{NaCl}\) b. \(0.150 \mathrm{M} \mathrm{SrCl}_{2}\) c. \(0.100 \mathrm{M} \mathrm{AlCl}_{3}\)

6 step solution

Problem 25

How many moles of \(\mathrm{KCl}\) are contained in each solution? b. 1.8 L of a 0.85 M KCl solution c. \(114 \mathrm{~mL}\) of a \(1.85 \mathrm{M}\) KCl solution

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Problem 26

What volume of \(0.200 \mathrm{M}\) ethanol solution contains eacl amount in moles of ethanol? a. 0.45 mol ethanol b. 1.22 mol ethanol c. \(1.2 \times 10^{-2}\) mol ethanol

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Problem 27

A laboratory procedure calls for making \(400.0 \mathrm{~mL}\) of a \(1.1 \mathrm{M}\) NaNO \(_{3}\) solution. What mass of \(\mathrm{NaNO}_{3}\) (in g) is needed?

5 step solution

Problem 29

If \(123 \mathrm{~mL}\) of a \(1.1 \mathrm{M}\) glucose solution is diluted to \(500.0 \mathrm{~mL}\), what is the molarity of the diluted solution?

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Problem 30

If \(3.5 \mathrm{~L}\) of a \(4.8 \mathrm{M} \mathrm{SrCl}_{2}\) solution is diluted to \(45 \mathrm{~L},\) what is the molarity of the diluted solution?

5 step solution

Problem 31

To what volume should you dilute \(50.0 \mathrm{~mL}\) of a \(12 \mathrm{M}\) stock HNO solution to obtain a \(0.100 \mathrm{M}\) HNO \(_{3}\) solution?

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Problem 32

To what volume should you dilute \(25 \mathrm{~mL}\) of a \(10.0 \mathrm{M} \mathrm{H}_{2} \mathrm{SO}_{4}\) solution to obtain a \(0.150 \mathrm{M} \mathrm{H}_{2} \mathrm{SO}_{4}\) solution?

4 step solution

Problem 34

Consider the reaction: $$ \mathrm{Li}_{2} \mathrm{~S}(a q)+\mathrm{Co}\left(\mathrm{NO}_{3}\right)_{2}(a q) \longrightarrow 2 \mathrm{LiNO}_{3}(a q)+\operatorname{coS}(s) $$ What volume of \(0.150 \mathrm{M} \mathrm{Li}_{2} \mathrm{~S}\) solution is required to completely react with \(125 \mathrm{~mL}\) of \(0.150 \mathrm{M} \mathrm{Co}\left(\mathrm{NO}_{3}\right)_{2} ?\)

5 step solution

Problem 36

What is the molarity of \(\mathrm{ZnCl}_{2}\) that forms when \(25.0 \mathrm{~g}\) of zinc completely reacts with \(\mathrm{CuCl}_{2}\) according to the following reaction? Assume a final volume of \(275 \mathrm{~mL}\). $$ \mathrm{Zn}(s)+\mathrm{CuCl}_{2}(a q) \longrightarrow \mathrm{ZnCl}_{2}(a q)+\mathrm{Cu}(s) $$

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Problem 39

For each compound (all water soluble), would you expect the resulting aqueous solution to conduct electrical current? a. \(\mathrm{CsCl}\) b. \(\mathrm{CH}_{3} \mathrm{OH}\) c. \(\mathrm{Ca}\left(\mathrm{NO}_{2}\right)_{2}\) d. \(\mathrm{C}_{6} \mathrm{H}_{12} \mathrm{O}_{6}\)

5 step solution

Problem 40

Classify each compound as a strong electrolyte or nonelectrolyte. a. \(\mathrm{MgBr}_{2}\) b. \(\mathrm{C}_{12} \mathrm{H}_{22} \mathrm{O}_{11}\) c. \(\mathrm{Na}_{2} \mathrm{CO}_{3}\) d. \(\mathrm{KOH}\)

5 step solution

Problem 41

Determine whether each compound is soluble or insoluble. If the compound is soluble, list the ions present in solution. a. \(\mathrm{AgNO}_{3}\) b. \(\mathrm{Pb}\left(\mathrm{C}_{2} \mathrm{H}_{3} \mathrm{O}_{2}\right)_{2}\) c. \(\mathrm{KNO}_{3}\) d. \(\left(\mathrm{NH}_{4}\right)_{2} \mathrm{~S}\)

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Problem 42

Determine whether each compound is soluble or insoluble. If the compound is soluble, list the ions present in solution. a. AgI b. \(\mathrm{Cu}_{3}\left(\mathrm{PO}_{4}\right)_{2}\) c. \(\mathrm{CoCO}_{3}\) d. \(\mathrm{K}_{3} \mathrm{PO}_{4}\)

4 step solution

Problem 43

Complete and balance each equation. If no reaction occurs, write "NO REACTION." a. \(\operatorname{Lil}(a q)+\) BaS \((a q) \longrightarrow\) b. \(\operatorname{KCl}(a q)+\operatorname{CaS}(a q) \longrightarrow\) c. \(\operatorname{CrBr}_{2}(a q)+\mathrm{Na}_{2} \mathrm{CO}_{3}(a q) \longrightarrow\) d. \(\mathrm{NaOH}(a q)+\mathrm{FeCl}_{3}(a q) \longrightarrow\)

8 step solution

Problem 45

Write a molecular equation for the precipitation reaction that occurs (if any) when each pair of aqueous solutions is mixed. If no reaction occurs, write "NO REACTION." a. potassium carbonate and lead(II) nitrate b. lithium sulfate and lead(II) acetate c. copper(II) nitrate and magnesium sulfide d. strontium nitrate and potassium iodide

8 step solution

Problem 46

Write a molecular equation for the precipitation reaction that pccurs (if any) when each pair of aqueous solutions is mixed. If no reaction occurs, write "NO REACTION." a. sodium chloride and lead(II) acetate b. potassium sulfate and strontium iodide c. cesium chloride and calcium sulfide d. chromium(III) nitrate and sodium phosphate

11 step solution

Problem 47

Write balanced complete ionic and net ionic equations for each reaction? a. HCl(aq) \(+\operatorname{LiCl}(a q)\) b. \(\mathrm{CaS}(a q)+\mathrm{CuCl}_{2}(a q) \longrightarrow \mathrm{CuS}(s)+\mathrm{CaCl}_{2}(a q)\) c. \(\mathrm{NaOH}(a q)+\mathrm{HC}_{2} \mathrm{H}_{3} \mathrm{O}_{2}(a q) \longrightarrow \mathrm{H}_{2} \mathrm{O}(l)+\mathrm{NaC}_{2} \mathrm{H}_{3} \mathrm{O}_{2}(a q)\) d. \(\mathrm{Na}_{3} \mathrm{PO}_{4}(a q)+\mathrm{NiCl}_{2}(a q) \longrightarrow \mathrm{Ni}_{3}\left(\mathrm{PO}_{4}\right)_{2}(s)+\mathrm{NaCl}(a q)\)

12 step solution

Problem 48

Write balanced complete ionic and net ionic equations for each reaction. $$ \begin{array}{l} \text { a. } \mathrm{K}_{2} \mathrm{SO}_{4}(a q)+\mathrm{CaI}_{2}(a q) \longrightarrow \mathrm{CaSO}_{4}(s)+\mathrm{KI}(a q) \\ \text { b. } \mathrm{NH}_{4} \mathrm{Cl}(a q)+\mathrm{NaOH}(a q) \longrightarrow \mathrm{H}_{2} \mathrm{O}(l)+\mathrm{NH}_{3}(g)+\mathrm{NaCl}(a q) \\ \text { c. } \mathrm{AgNO}_{3}(a q)+\mathrm{NaCl}(a q) \longrightarrow \mathrm{AgCl}(s)+\mathrm{NaNO}_{3}(a q) \\ \text { d. } \mathrm{HC}_{2} \mathrm{H}_{3} \mathrm{O}_{2}(a q)+\mathrm{K}_{2} \mathrm{CO}_{3}(a q) \stackrel{ }{\mathrm{H}_{2} \mathrm{O}(l)}+\mathrm{CO}_{2}(g)+\mathrm{KC}_{2} \mathrm{H}_{3} \mathrm{O}_{2}(a q) \end{array} $$

8 step solution

Problem 49

Mercury(I) ions \(\left(\mathrm{Hg}_{2}^{2+}\right)\) can be removed from solution by precipitation with \(\mathrm{Cl}^{-}\). Suppose that a solution contains aqueous \(\mathrm{Hg}_{2}\left(\mathrm{NO}_{3}\right)_{2} .\) Write complete ionic and net ionic equations for the reaction of aqueous \(\mathrm{Hg}_{2}\left(\mathrm{NO}_{3}\right)_{2}\) with aqueous sodium chloride to form solid \(\mathrm{Hg}_{2} \mathrm{Cl}_{2}\) and aqueous sodium nitrate.

3 step solution

Problem 50

Lead(II) ions can be removed from solution by precipitation with sulfate ions. Suppose that a solution contains lead(II) nitrate. Write complete ionic and net ionic equations for the reaction of aqueous lead(II) nitrate with aqueous potassium sulfate to form solid lead(II) sulfate and aqueous potassium nitrate.

6 step solution

Problem 51

Write balanced molecular and net ionic equations for the reaction between hydrobromic acid and potassium hydroxide.

5 step solution

Problem 52

Write balanced molecular and net ionic equations for the reaction between nitric acid and calcium hydroxide.

5 step solution

Problem 53

Complete and balance each acid-base equation. a. \(\mathrm{H}_{2} \mathrm{SO}_{4}(a q)+\mathrm{Ca}(\mathrm{OH})_{2}(a q) \longrightarrow\) b. \(\mathrm{HClO}_{4}(a q)+\mathrm{KOH}(a q) \longrightarrow\) c. \(\mathrm{H}_{2} \mathrm{SO}_{4}(a q)+\mathrm{NaOH}(a q) \longrightarrow\)

5 step solution

Problem 54

Complete and balance each acid-base equation. a. \(\mathrm{HI}(a q)+\mathrm{LiOH}(a q) \longrightarrow\) b. \(\mathrm{HC}_{2} \mathrm{H}_{3} \mathrm{O}_{2}(a q)+\mathrm{Ca}(\mathrm{OH})_{2}(a q) \longrightarrow\) c. \(\mathrm{HCl}(a q)+\mathrm{Ba}(\mathrm{OH})_{2}(a q) \longrightarrow\)

3 step solution

Problem 55

Write balanced complete ionic and net ionic equations for each acid-base reaction. a. \(\mathrm{HBr}(a q)+\mathrm{NaOH}(a q)\) b. \(\mathrm{HF}(a q)+\mathrm{NaOH}(a q) \longrightarrow\) c. \(\mathrm{HC}_{2} \mathrm{H}_{3} \mathrm{O}_{2}(a q)+\mathrm{RbOH}(a q) \longrightarrow\)

3 step solution

Problem 56

Write balanced complete ionic and net ionic equations for each acid-base reaction. a. \(\mathrm{HI}(a q)+\mathrm{RbOH}(a q) \longrightarrow\) b. \(\mathrm{HCHO}_{2}(a q)+\mathrm{NaOH}(a q) \longrightarrow\) \(\mathbf{c .} \mathrm{HC}_{2} \mathrm{H}_{3} \mathrm{O}_{2}(a q)+\mathrm{LiOH}(a q) \longrightarrow\)

9 step solution

Problem 57

A 25.00-mL sample of an unknown HClO solution requires titration with \(22.62 \mathrm{~mL}\) of \(0.2000 \mathrm{M} \mathrm{NaOH}\) to reach the equivalence point. What is the concentration of the unknown \(\mathrm{HClO}_{4}\) solution? The neutralization reaction is \begin{equation} \mathrm{HClO}_{4}(a q)+\mathrm{NaOH}(a q) \longrightarrow \mathrm{H}_{2} \mathrm{O}(l)+\mathrm{NaClO}_{4}(a q) \end{equation}

4 step solution

Problem 58

A 30.00 -mL sample of an unknown \(\mathrm{H}_{3} \mathrm{PO}_{4}\) solution is titrated with a 0.100 M \(\mathrm{NaOH}\) solution. The equivalence point is reached when \(26.38 \mathrm{~mL}\) of \(\mathrm{NaOH}\) solution is added. What is the concentration of the unknown \(\mathrm{H}_{3} \mathrm{PO}_{4}\) solution? The neutralization reaction is $$ \mathrm{H}_{3} \mathrm{PO}_{4}(a q)+3 \mathrm{NaOH}(a q) \longrightarrow 3 \mathrm{H}_{2} \mathrm{O}(I)+\mathrm{Na}_{3} \mathrm{PO}_{4}(a q) $$

3 step solution

Problem 59

Complete and balance each gas-evolution equation. a. \(\mathrm{HBr}(a q)+\mathrm{NiS}(s) \longrightarrow\) b. \(\mathrm{NH}_{4} \mathrm{I}(a q)+\mathrm{NaOH}(a q) \longrightarrow\) c. \(\operatorname{HBr}(a q)+\mathrm{Na}_{2} \mathrm{~S}(a q) \longrightarrow\) d. \(\mathrm{HClO}_{4}(a q)+\mathrm{Li}_{2} \mathrm{CO}_{3}(a q) \longrightarrow\)

4 step solution

Problem 60

Complete and balance each gas-evolution equation. a. \(\mathrm{HNO}_{3}(a q)+\mathrm{Na}_{2} \mathrm{SO}_{3}(a q) \longrightarrow\) b. \(\mathrm{HCl}(a q)+\mathrm{KHCO}_{3}(a q) \longrightarrow\) c. \(\mathrm{HC}_{2} \mathrm{H}_{3} \mathrm{O}_{2}(a q)+\mathrm{NaHSO}_{3}(a q) \longrightarrow\) \(\mathbf{d .}\left(\mathrm{NH}_{4}\right)_{2} \mathrm{SO}_{4}(a q)+\mathrm{Ca}(\mathrm{OH})_{2}(a q) \longrightarrow\)

5 step solution

Problem 62

Assign oxidation states to each atom in each element, ion, or compound. a. \(\mathrm{Cl}_{2}\) b. \(\mathrm{Fe}^{3+}\) c. \(\mathrm{CuCl}_{2}\) d. \(\mathrm{CH}_{4}\) e. \(\mathrm{Cr}_{2} \mathrm{O}_{7}^{2-}\) f. \(\mathrm{HSO}_{4}^{-}\)

6 step solution

Problem 63

What is the oxidation state of \(\mathrm{Cr}\) in each compound? a. \(\mathrm{CrO}\) b. \(\mathrm{CrO}_{3}\) c. \(\mathrm{Cr}_{2} \mathrm{O}_{3}\)

4 step solution

Problem 64

Determine whether each reaction is a redox reaction. For each redox reaction, identify the oxidizing agent and the reducing agent. a. \(4 \mathrm{Li}(s)+\mathrm{O}_{2}(g) \longrightarrow 2 \mathrm{~L}_{2} \mathrm{O}(s)\) b. \(\mathrm{Mg}(s)+\mathrm{Fe}^{2+}(a q) \longrightarrow \mathrm{Mg}^{2+}(a q)+\mathrm{Fe}(s)\) c. \(\mathrm{Pb}\left(\mathrm{NO}_{3}\right)_{2}(a q)+\mathrm{Na}_{2} \mathrm{SO}_{4}(a q) \longrightarrow \mathrm{PbSO}_{4}(s)+2 \mathrm{NaNO}_{3}(a q)\) d. \(\operatorname{HBr}(a q)+\mathrm{KOH}(a q) \longrightarrow \mathrm{H}_{2} \mathrm{O}(l)+\mathrm{KBr}(a q)\)

8 step solution

Problem 66

Determine whether each reaction is a redox reaction. For each redox reaction, identify the oxidizing agent and the reducing agent. a. \(\mathrm{Al}(s)+3 \mathrm{Ag}^{+}(a q) \longrightarrow \mathrm{Al}^{3+}(a q)+3 \mathrm{Ag}(s)\) b. \(\mathrm{SO}_{3}(g)+\mathrm{H}_{2} \mathrm{O}(I) \longrightarrow \mathrm{H}_{2} \mathrm{SO}_{4}(a q)\) c. \(\mathrm{Ba}(s)+\mathrm{Cl}_{2}(g) \longrightarrow \mathrm{BaCl}_{2}(s)\) d. \(\mathrm{Mg}(s)+\mathrm{Br}_{2}(l) \longrightarrow \mathrm{MgBr}_{2}(s)\)

7 step solution

Problem 77

Predict the products and write a balanced molecular equation for each reaction. If no reaction occurs, write "NO REACTION." a. \(\mathrm{HCl}(a q)+\mathrm{Hg}_{2}\left(\mathrm{NO}_{3}\right)_{2}(a q) \longrightarrow\) b. \(\mathrm{KHSO}_{3}(a q)+\mathrm{HNO}_{3}(a q) \longrightarrow\) c. aqueous ammonium chloride and aqueous lead(II) nitrate d. aqueous ammonium chloride and aqueous calcium hydroxide

8 step solution

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