Chapter 25, Problem 25.28QP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Sodium carbonate $\left({\text{Na}}_{\text{2}}{\text{CO}}_{\text{3}}\right)$ and sodium bicarbonate $\left({\text{NaHCO}}_{\text{3}}\right)$ has to be differentiated by use of magnesium chloride $\left({\text{MgCl}}_{\text{2}}\right)$ solution.

Concept introduction:

Solubility: The maximum capacity of a chemical compound or substance that will dissolve in a particular volume of solvent at a particular temperature.

To differentiate: Sodium bicarbonate and sodium carbonate by magnesium chloride solution.