Analytical Chemistry Question 38
Question: The number of hydroxide ions, produced by one molecule of sodium carbonate $ (Na_2CO_3) $ on hydrolysis is
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Options:
A) 2
B) 1
C) 3
D) 4
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Answer:
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
$ Na_2CO_3+2H_2O\to \ 2NaOH+H_2CO_3 $ and $ 2NaOH $
$ 2N{a^{+}}+2O{H^{-}} $ Hence, it is clear that $ 2O{H^{-}} $ ions will be formed on hydrolysis of one molecule of sodium corbonate.
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