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What are the properties of ionic compounds?

Crystalline solids at rtphigh mp and bpoften soluble in waterconduct electricity when dissolved in water or molten

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A) Write a balanced equation for the reaction of Calcium metal with water B) If I react 3 g of Calcium metal, what number of moles do I have?

Reactions and trends of group 1 and 2 metals are common questions asked at GCSE- Ca + 2 H₂O ==> Ca(OH)₂ + H₂This reaction will be exothermic and happen slowly in cold w...

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20kg of ammonium nitrate is made from ammonia and nitric acid, what mass of ammonia was used?

The given equation is - NH₃+ HNO₃ --> NH₄NO₃
Equation to use - Moles = Mass/RFM
RFM of ammonium nitrate = 14 + 4 + 14 + (3x16) = 80
20kg = 2...

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How should I approach answering moles calculation questions?

The key to answering any moles calculation question in chemistry is working out which equation you need to use. Generally, if moles are involved it will be moles = volume x concentration or moles = mass/R...

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List simple experimental tests to determine if either Hydrogen, Oxygen, Chlorine or Carbon Dioxide gas was produced in a reaction. State conditions and expected positive results for each

Presence of:H₂: Squeaky Pop Test: use a lit split to light a small sample of gas in a test tube. If Hydrogen, then a Squeaky pop will occur. O₂: Glowing Splint Test: Add a still glow...

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