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What is produced when an acid reacts with a carbonate?

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MCQ

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practice

Style

Topic

Reactions of acids

Question

  1. A. Salt and water only
  2. B. Salt, water, and carbon dioxide
  3. C. Hydrogen gas only
  4. D. Salt and hydrogen gas

Answer

Salt, water, and carbon dioxide

Explanation

The reaction between an acid and a carbonate produces salt, water, and carbon dioxide gas.

Common mistake

Common Mistake in Writing Ionic Equations

Students often forget to include the correct charges on the ions when writing the ionic equation for neutralisation.

Always ensure to write the ionic equation with the correct charges, such as H+ for hydrogen ions and OH- for hydroxide ions.

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