Concept explainers
Calculate the number of cations and anions in each of the following compounds: (a) 8.38 g of
Interpretation:
The number of cations and anions in the given compoundsis to be determined.
Concept introduction:
Equal number of anions and cations is present in an ionic compound to make the compound electrically neutral.
Positively charged ion is termed as cation whereas anion is negatively charged ion.
The number of moles of a reactant is calculated by the following formula:
Here,
According to mole concept, one mole of substance contains
Answer to Problem 115AP
Solution:
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Explanation of Solution
a)
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