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:
2
1
3
4
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Answer:
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
$ Na_2CO_3+2H_2O\to \ 2NaOH+CO_2+H_2O $ and $ 2NaOH $
$ 2Na^{+}+2OH^{-} $ Hence, it is clear that $ 2OH^{-} $ ions will be formed on hydrolysis of one molecule of sodium carbonate.
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