Chapter 4
Chemistry The Molecular Nature of Matter · 100 exercises
Problem 1
Define: (a) solvent, (b) solute, (c) concentration.
3 step solution
Problem 2
Describe: (a) concentrated, (b) dilute, (c) saturated, (d) unsaturated, (e) supersaturated, (f) solubility.
6 step solution
Problem 4
Describe what will happen if a crystal of sugar is added to (a) a saturated sugar solution, (b) a supersaturated solution of sugar, and (c) an unsaturated solution of sugar.
6 step solution
Problem 5
What is the meaning of the term precipitate? What condition must exist for a precipitate to form spontaneously in a solution?
2 step solution
Problem 7
Why is an electrolyte able to conduct electricity while a nonelectrolyte cannot?
3 step solution
Problem 8
Which compounds are likely to be electrolytes and which are likely to be nonelectrolytes? \(\mathrm{CuBr}_{2}\), \(\mathrm{C}_{12} \mathrm{H}_{22} \mathrm{O}_{11}\), \(\mathrm{CH}_{3} \mathrm{OH},\) iron(II) chloride, \(\left(\mathrm{NH}_{4}\right)_{2} \mathrm{SO}_{4}\), ethanol
3 step solution
Problem 9
What does it mean when we say that an ion is "hydrated?"
2 step solution
Problem 10
Define "dissociation" as it applies to ionic compounds that dissolve in water. Why don't strong bases "ionize"?
3 step solution
Problem 11
How can you tell that the following is a net ionic equation? $$ \mathrm{Al}^{3+}(a q)+3 \mathrm{OH}^{-}(a q) \longrightarrow \mathrm{Al}(\mathrm{OH})_{3}(s) $$
3 step solution
Problem 13
Give two general properties of an acid. Give two general properties of a base.
2 step solution
Problem 15
How did Arrhenius define an acid and a base?
2 step solution
Problem 16
How does ionization differ from dissociation?
3 step solution
Problem 18
Which of the following oxides would yield an acidic solution when they react with water? Which would give a basic solution? (a) \(\mathrm{P}_{4} \mathrm{O}_{10},\) (b) \(\mathrm{K}_{2} \mathrm{O},\) (c) \(\mathrm{SeO}_{3},\) (d) \(\mathrm{Cl}_{2} \mathrm{O}_{7}\)
3 step solution
Problem 19
What is a dynamic equilibrium? Using acetic acid as an example, describe why all the \(\mathrm{HC}_{2} \mathrm{H}_{3} \mathrm{O}_{2}\) molecules are not ionized in water.
3 step solution
Problem 20
Why don't we use double arrows in the equation for the reaction of a strong acid with water?
3 step solution
Problem 21
Which of the following are strong acids? (a) \(\mathrm{HCN},\) (b) \(\mathrm{HNO}_{3}\), (c) \(\mathrm{H}_{2} \mathrm{SO}_{3},\) (d) HCl, (e) \(\mathrm{HCHO}_{2}\), (f) \(\mathrm{HNO}_{2}\)
3 step solution
Problem 22
Which are classified as strong bases when dissolved in water? (a) \(\mathrm{C}_{5} \mathrm{H}_{5} \mathrm{~N},\) (b) \(\mathrm{Ba}(\mathrm{OH})_{2}\), (c) KOH, (d) \(\mathrm{C}_{6} \mathrm{H}_{5} \mathrm{NH}_{2}\) (e) \(\mathrm{Cs}_{2} \mathrm{O}\) (f) \(\mathrm{N}_{2} \mathrm{O}_{5}\)
8 step solution
Problem 26
Explain the difference between the names of \(\mathrm{H}_{2} \mathrm{Se}(g)\) and \(\mathrm{H}_{2} \mathrm{Se}(a q)\)
3 step solution
Problem 29
Explain how the two acid salts of phosphoric acids are formed from the reaction of \(\mathrm{H}_{3} \mathrm{PO}_{4}\) with \(\mathrm{NaOH},\) and name them.
3 step solution
Problem 32
Silver bromide is "insoluble." What does this mean about the concentrations of \(\mathrm{Ag}^{+}\) and \(\mathrm{Br}^{-}\) in a saturated solution of AgBr? What makes it possible for a precipitate of \(\mathrm{AgBr}\) to form when solutions of the soluble salts \(\mathrm{AgNO}_{3}\) and \(\mathrm{NaBr}\) are mixed?
3 step solution
Problem 34
What is the definition of molarity? Show that the ratio of millimoles (mmol) to milliliters (mL) is equivalent to the ratio of moles to liters.
3 step solution
Problem 35
A solution is labeled \(0.25 M\) HCl. Construct two conversion factors that relate moles of \(\mathrm{HCl}\) to the volume of solution expressed in liters.
3 step solution
Problem 36
When the units molarity and liter are multiplied, what are the resulting units?
3 step solution
Problem 37
When a solution labeled \(0.50 \mathrm{M} \mathrm{HNO}_{3}\) is diluted with water to give \(0.25 \mathrm{M} \mathrm{HNO}_{3}\), what happens to the number of moles of \(\mathrm{HNO}_{3}\) in the solution?
3 step solution
Problem 39
Describe the steps to take in diluting a solution of \(0.500 \mathrm{M}\) \(\mathrm{HCl}\) to make \(250 \mathrm{~mL}\) of \(0.100 \mathrm{M} \mathrm{HCl}\)
6 step solution
Problem 40
What is the difference between a qualitative analysis and quantitative analysis?
3 step solution
Problem 41
Describe each of the following: (a) buret, (b) titration, (c) titrant, and (d) end point.
4 step solution
Problem 42
What is the function of an indicator in a titration? What color is phenolphthalein in (a) an acidic solution and (b) a basic solution?
3 step solution
Problem 43
Classify each of the following as a strong electrolyte or nonelectrolyte. (a) \(\mathrm{KCl}\) (b) \(\mathrm{C}_{3} \mathrm{H}_{5}(\mathrm{OH})_{3} \quad\) (glycerin) (c) \(\mathrm{NaOH}\) (d) \(\mathrm{CH}_{3} \mathrm{CH}_{2} \mathrm{OH} \quad\) (ethanol)
5 step solution
Problem 47
Write balanced ionic and net ionic equations for these reactions. (a) \(\left(\mathrm{NH}_{4}\right)_{2} \mathrm{CO}_{3}(a q)+\mathrm{BaCl}_{2}(a q) \longrightarrow\) $$ \mathrm{NH}_{4} \mathrm{Cl}(a q)+\mathrm{BaCO}_{3}(s) $$ (b) \(\mathrm{CuCl}_{2}(a q)+\mathrm{NaOH}(a q) \longrightarrow\) $$ \mathrm{Cu}(\mathrm{OH})_{2}(s)+\mathrm{NaCl}(a q) $$ (c) \(\mathrm{FeSO}_{4}(a q)+\mathrm{Na}_{3} \mathrm{PO}_{4}(a q) \longrightarrow\) \(\mathrm{Fe}_{3}\left(\mathrm{PO}_{4}\right)_{2}(s)+\mathrm{Na}_{2} \mathrm{SO}_{4}(a q)\) (d) \(\mathrm{AgC}_{2} \mathrm{H}_{3} \mathrm{O}_{2}(a q)+\mathrm{NiCl}_{2}(a q) \longrightarrow\) \(\mathrm{AgCl}(s)+\mathrm{Ni}\left(\mathrm{C}_{2} \mathrm{H}_{3} \mathrm{O}_{2}\right)_{2}(a q)\)
6 step solution
Problem 50
Microscopic imperfections in glass are usually harmless, but imperfections of nickel(II) sulfide can cause the glass to crack spontaneously. To study this process, nickel(II) sulfide can be synthesized from sodium sulfide and nickel(II) sulfate. $$ \begin{array}{r} \mathrm{Ni}^{2+}(a q)+\mathrm{SO}_{4}^{2-}(a q)+2 \mathrm{Na}^{+}(a q)+\mathrm{S}^{2-}(a q) \longrightarrow \\ \mathrm{NiS}(s)+2 \mathrm{Na}^{+}(a q)+\mathrm{SO}_{4}^{2-}(a q) \end{array} $$ Which are the spectator ions? Write the net ionic equation.
3 step solution
Problem 52
Write an equation for the ionization of hydrogen bromide, a molecular substance and a strong acid, in water.
5 step solution
Problem 54
When chloric acid reacts with water, it reacts as a strong acid. Write an equation for this reaction.
3 step solution
Problem 55
Hydrazine is a toxic substance that can form when household ammonia is mixed with a bleach such as Clorox. Its formula is \(\mathrm{N}_{2} \mathrm{H}_{4}\), and it is a weak base. Write a chemical equation showing its reaction with water.
2 step solution
Problem 56
Pyridine, \(\mathrm{C}_{5} \mathrm{H}_{5} \mathrm{~N},\) is a fishy-smelling compound used as an intermediate in making insecticides. It is a weak base. Write a chemical equation showing its reaction with water.
3 step solution
Problem 58
Pentanoic acid, \(\mathrm{HC}_{5} \mathrm{H}_{9} \mathrm{O}_{2}\), is found in a plant called valerian, which cats seem to like almost as much as catnip, and is a weak acid. Write an equation showing its reaction with water
2 step solution
Problem 59
Atmospheric carbon dioxide dissolves in raindrops, resulting in a solution of carbonic acid that makes rain slightly acidic. Since carbonic acid is a diprotic acid, write the chemical equations that describe its stepwise ionization.
2 step solution
Problem 62
Name these acids: (a) \(\mathrm{HF}(g),\) (b) \(\mathrm{HF}(a q)\)
2 step solution
Problem 63
Name these acids that bromine forms. (a) \(\mathrm{HBrO}_{4}\), (b) \(\mathrm{HBrO}_{3}\), (c) \(\mathrm{HBrO}_{2},\) (d) \(\mathrm{HBrO}\) (e) \(\mathrm{HBr}\)
3 step solution
Problem 67
Write the formula for (a) chromic acid, (b) carbonic acid, and (c) oxalic acid.
6 step solution
Problem 68
Write the formula for (a) permanganic acid, (b) sulfurous acid, and (c) dichromic acid.
6 step solution
Problem 69
Name the following acid salts: (a) \(\mathrm{NaHCO}_{3}\), (b) \(\mathrm{KH}_{2} \mathrm{PO}_{4}\) (c) \(\left(\mathrm{NH}_{4}\right)_{2} \mathrm{HPO}_{4}\)
4 step solution
Problem 70
Name the following acid salts: (a) \(\mathrm{KHSO}_{4},\) (b) \(\mathrm{LiHSO}_{3}\), (c) \(\mathrm{PbHAsO}_{4}\)
4 step solution
Problem 73
The formula for the sulfite ion is \(\mathrm{SO}_{3}^{2-}\). What is the formula for sulfuric acid?
3 step solution
Problem 75
Butanoic acid (also called butyric acid), \(\mathrm{HC}_{4} \mathrm{H}_{7} \mathrm{O}_{2},\) gives rancid butter its bad odor. What is the name of the salt \(\mathrm{NaC}_{4} \mathrm{H}_{7} \mathrm{O}_{2} ?\)
5 step solution
Problem 76
Oxalic acid, \(\mathrm{H}_{2} \mathrm{C}_{2} \mathrm{O}_{4},\) is the poison in rhubarb leaves. Name its potassium salt.
4 step solution
Problem 77
Sodium formate, \(\mathrm{NaCHO}_{2},\) is used in fabric dyeing. The acid form is found in the venom of ant bites. What is the name of the acid that this salt can be made from?
3 step solution
Problem 78
Potassium stearate, \(\mathrm{KC}_{18} \mathrm{H}_{36} \mathrm{O}_{2},\) is an effective soap for washing your hands or clothes. What acid is reacted with \(\mathrm{KOH}\) to make this compound?
3 step solution
Problem 80
Predict which compounds are soluble in water. (a) \(\mathrm{HgBr}_{2}\) (b) \(\mathrm{Sr}\left(\mathrm{NO}_{3}\right)_{2}\) (c) \(\mathrm{Hg}_{2} \mathrm{Br}_{2}\) (d) ammonium phosphate (e) lead(II) iodide (f) lead(II) acetate
2 step solution
Problem 81
Complete and balance the following molecular equations, being careful to apply the solubility rules. Write balanced ionic and net ionic equations for the reactions. (a) \(\mathrm{FeSO}_{4}(a q)+\mathrm{K}_{3} \mathrm{PO}_{4}(a q) \longrightarrow\) (b) \(\mathrm{AgC}_{2} \mathrm{H}_{3} \mathrm{O}_{2}(a q)+\mathrm{AlCl}_{3}(a q) \longrightarrow\) (c) chromium(III) chloride \(+\) barium hydroxide
4 step solution