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What is the role of carbonates in the reaction with acids?

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MCQ

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practice

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Topic

Reactions of acids

Question

To neutralize the acid

Carbonates react with acids to neutralize them, resulting in the formation of salts, water, and carbon dioxide.

Confusing Products of Reaction

Students often state that acids react with carbonates to produce only salts and water, forgetting to include carbon dioxide.

Remember that the reaction of acids with carbonates also produces carbon dioxide gas, so always include it in your answer.

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