Chapter 14, Problem 14.28P

(a)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The balanced equation for the thermal decomposition of witherite (barium carbonate) has to be written.

Concept Introduction:

Balanced equation:

In a chemical equation of a reaction, the number of atoms or elements that present in the both reactant and product sides are equal means this equation is known as balanced equation.

(b)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The balanced equation for the neutralization of stomach acid $\left(\text{HCl}\right)$ by milk of magnesia

(Magnesium hydroxide) has to be written.

Concept Introduction:

Balanced equation:

In a chemical equation of a reaction, the number of atoms or elements that present in the both reactant and product sides are equal means this equation is known as balanced equation.