Chapter 16, Problem 16.103QP

(a)

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Interpretation: The solution that has the maximum solubility of calcium carbonate is to be identified from the solutions of the given concentration.

Concept introduction: Calcium carbonate being basic in nature, dissolves to a greater extent in the acidic solution since it reacts with acid to form soluble ions with carbon dioxide and water.

${\text{CaCO}}_{\text{3}}\left(aq\right)+2{\text{H}}^{+}\left(aq\right)\stackrel{}{\to }{\text{Ca}}^{2+}\left(aq\right)+{\text{CO}}_{\text{2}}\left(g\right)+2{\text{H}}_2\text{O}\left(l\right)$

To determine: The solubility of calcium carbonate in the solution of $0.1\text{M}\text{NaCl}$.

(b)

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To determine: The solubility of calcium carbonate in the solution of $0.1\text{M}{\text{Na}}_2{\text{CO}}_3$.

(c)

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To determine: The solubility of calcium carbonate in the solution of $0.1\text{M}\text{NaOH}$.

(d)

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To determine: The solubility of calcium carbonate in the solution of $0.1\text{M}\text{HCl}$.