Chapter 18.8, Problem 18.12AFP

a)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: To determine whether ${\text{KClO}}_{\text{2}}$ is acidic, basic, or neutral salt.

Concept introduction: Depending on the ability of the ion to react with water the nature of the salt can be determined. If the cation is a strong base and the anion is a strong acid, then the solution or the salt will be neutral. If the cation is a weak base and the anion is a strong acid, then the solution will be acidic. If the cation is a strong base and the anion is a weak acid, then the solution will be basic.

b)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: To determine whether ${\text{CH}}_{\text{3}}{\text{NH}}_{\text{3}}{\text{NO}}_{\text{3}}$ is acidic, basic, or neutral salt.

Concept introduction: Depending on the ability of the ion to react with water the nature of the salt can be determined. If the cation is a strong base and the anion is a strong acid, then the solution or the salt will be neutral. If the cation is a weak base and the anion is a strong acid, then the solution will be acidic. If the cation is a strong base and the anion is a weak acid, then the solution will be basic.

c)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: To determine whether $\text{RbBr}$ is acidic, basic, or neutral salt.

Concept introduction Depending on the ability of the ion to react with water the nature of the salt can be determined. If the cation is a strong base and the anion is a strong acid, then the solution or the salt will be neutral. If the cation is a weak base and the anion is a strong acid, then the solution will be acidic. If the cation is a strong base and the anion is a weak acid, then the solution will be basic.