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A Solution of NaOH had a concentration of 40g/dm3. What mass of NaOH would there be in 250cm3 of the solution?

The two volumes in this question are in different units, so first we need to get both our volumes on the same page. remember 10cm = 1dm so 1000cm³ = 1dm³ (10³cm³

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What is ionic bonding and what are the characteristics of this type of bonding?

The definition of ionic bonding is the electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged particles. This occurs between a non-metal and a metal where the electron transfer goes from a metal to a non-met...

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Explain what occurs when an acid reacts with an alkali, in terms of ions and molecules. Also show the equation.

Answerhydrogen ions from the acid react with hydroxide ions from the alkali to form water.
H+. + OH- —> H20
ExplanationIt is important to remember that when an acid reacts wit...

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Sodium hydroxide sol'n solution is poured into a beaker of hydrochloric acid which contains a thermometer showing room temperature. a) What is the name of the product produced? b) What type of reaction does the thermometer's temperature rise prove?

A) Sodium hydroxide sol'n + Hydrochloric acid = sodium chlorideB) Thermometer will show temperature rise as this is an exothermic neutralisation reaction.

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What happens when we react an acid and metal?

All acids contain hydrogen, therefore it is essentially to note that each time one of these reactions occurs, Hydrogen gas will always be one of the products, and the other will always be a salt. Acid + M...

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