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The net ionic equation for the aqueous neutralization
Chapter 4, Problem 37P(choose chapter or problem)
Problem 37P
The net ionic equation for the aqueous neutralization reaction between acetic acid and sodium hydroxide is different from that for the reaction between hydrochloric acid and sodium hydroxide. Explain by writing balanced net ionic equations.
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QUESTION:
Problem 37P
The net ionic equation for the aqueous neutralization reaction between acetic acid and sodium hydroxide is different from that for the reaction between hydrochloric acid and sodium hydroxide. Explain by writing balanced net ionic equations.
ANSWER:
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The reaction of acetic acid with sodium hydroxide
The chemical equation representing the reaction between acetic acid and sodium hydroxide is as follows:
Since acetic acid is a weak acid, it does not dissociate in solution.
The ionic equation for the reaction between acetic acid and sodium hydroxide is as follows:
Cancel out the similar ions on either side of the arrow to get the net ionic equation.
The net ionic equation of the above reaction is: