Question detail
Which state symbol is used for aqueous solutions in chemical equations?
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At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
How bonding and structure are related to the properties of substances
Question
- A. (s)
- B. (l)
- C. (g)
- D. (aq)
Answer
(aq)
Explanation
(aq) indicates that a substance is dissolved in water, representing an aqueous solution.
Common mistake
State symbols correction for Confusing State Symbols.
Students often confuse the state symbols (s), (l), (g), and (aq) and use them incorrectly in chemical equations This error matters in State symbols because it drifts away from the objective: Identify (s), (l), (g) and (aq) as state symbols for solid, liquid, gas and aqueous substances.
Correct it by naming the exact chemistry idea, using precise bonding or structure vocabulary, and linking the answer back to State symbols. For this objective, students should identify (s), (l), (g) and (aq) as state symbols for solid, liquid, gas and aqueous substances.
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