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Question 12 • Chemistry

Which represents a double replacement reaction and would occur?

Answer
A
NaF times aq plus KCl times aq rightarrow NaCl times aq plus KCl times aq
B
Na sub 2 CO sub 3 aq plus CaCl sub 2 times aq rightarrow 2 NaCl aq plus CaCO sub 3 times s
C
NaCl times aq rightarrow Na raised to the plus aq power plus Cl raised to the negative aq power
D
NH sub 4 NO sub 3 aq plus AgClO sub 3 times aq rightarrow AgNO sub 3 times aq plus NH sub 4 CIO sub 3 aq

Explanation

In a double replacement reaction, the positive ions exchange partners. In choice A, Na⁺ and Ca²⁺ switch partners, forming NaCl and CaCO₃. Calcium carbonate is an insoluble solid, so it precipitates from the solution and makes the reaction occur. The other proposed exchanges do not form a precipitate, gas, or weak electrolyte to drive a reaction.

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