Chemistry SL
6
Chapters
243
Notes
Chapter 1 - Models Of The Particulate Nature Of Matter
Chapter 2 - Models Of Bonding & Structure
Chapter 3 - Classification Of Matter
Chapter 4 - What Drives Chemical Reactions?
Chapter 5 - How Much, How Fast & How Far?
Chapter 6 - What Are The Mechanisms Of Chemical Change?
Chemistry SL
Chapter 6 - What Are The Mechanisms Of Chemical Change?
Acids & Bases Reactions Guide!
515 words
3 mins read
Last edited onย 5th Nov 2024
Table of content
Neutralization Reactions ๐
- What is it? Acids and bases react to form salt and water.
- Real-World Example: When you mix vinegar (an acid) and baking soda (a base), it bubbles and fizzes, creating carbon dioxide!
Reactions of Acids with Metals ๐ฌ
- What happens? Acids + Metals → Salt + Hydrogen gas. For example: Mg (s) + 2HCl(aq) → MgCl2โ (aq) + H2โ(g)
- Think: Like when vinegar (an acid) is poured on chips of magnesium (a metal), it produces bubbles of hydrogen gas! ๐
Ionic and Molecular Equations ๐งช
- Ionic Equations show all ions present.
- Net Ionic Equations omit spectator ions, which don’t participate in the reaction.
- Example: Mg(s) + 2H+(aq)→Mg2+(aq) + H2โ(g) (Net Ionic Equation)
Reactions with Metal Oxides ๐ฆ
- Result: Acids + Metal Oxides → Salt + Water.
- For Example: MgO(s) + 2HCl (aq) → MgCl2โ(aq) + H2โO(l)
- Aha Moment! Metal oxides can act as Brønsted–Lowry bases, accepting H+ ions.
Global Impact ๐
- Acid Deposition: It can travel across borders causing deforestation and water pollution. It's like bad vibes traveling and ruining the mood everywhere!
- Role of Chemistry: Understanding these reactions helps combat environmental problems such as acid deposition!
Antacids & Indigestion ๐
- What’s the Deal? Antacids neutralize excess stomach acid.
- Fun Fact: Ever had a fizzy burp after an antacid? That’s the carbon dioxide produced!
- Real-World Example: Eating too many hot dogs, then popping an antacid to relieve the heartburn! ๐ญ
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Chemistry SL
Chapter 6 - What Are The Mechanisms Of Chemical Change?
Acids & Bases Reactions Guide!
515 words
3 mins read
Last edited onย 5th Nov 2024
Table of content
Neutralization Reactions ๐
- What is it? Acids and bases react to form salt and water.
- Real-World Example: When you mix vinegar (an acid) and baking soda (a base), it bubbles and fizzes, creating carbon dioxide!
Reactions of Acids with Metals ๐ฌ
- What happens? Acids + Metals → Salt + Hydrogen gas. For example: Mg (s) + 2HCl(aq) → MgCl2โ (aq) + H2โ(g)
- Think: Like when vinegar (an acid) is poured on chips of magnesium (a metal), it produces bubbles of hydrogen gas! ๐
Ionic and Molecular Equations ๐งช
- Ionic Equations show all ions present.
- Net Ionic Equations omit spectator ions, which don’t participate in the reaction.
- Example: Mg(s) + 2H+(aq)→Mg2+(aq) + H2โ(g) (Net Ionic Equation)
Reactions with Metal Oxides ๐ฆ
- Result: Acids + Metal Oxides → Salt + Water.
- For Example: MgO(s) + 2HCl (aq) → MgCl2โ(aq) + H2โO(l)
- Aha Moment! Metal oxides can act as Brønsted–Lowry bases, accepting H+ ions.
Global Impact ๐
- Acid Deposition: It can travel across borders causing deforestation and water pollution. It's like bad vibes traveling and ruining the mood everywhere!
- Role of Chemistry: Understanding these reactions helps combat environmental problems such as acid deposition!
Antacids & Indigestion ๐
- What’s the Deal? Antacids neutralize excess stomach acid.
- Fun Fact: Ever had a fizzy burp after an antacid? That’s the carbon dioxide produced!
- Real-World Example: Eating too many hot dogs, then popping an antacid to relieve the heartburn! ๐ญ
Unlock the Full Content!
Dive deeper and gain exclusive access to premium files of Chemistry SL. Subscribe now and get closer to that 45 ๐
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