Chemistry SL
6
Chapters
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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 onΒ 5th Nov 2024
Table of content
Neutralization Reactions π
- 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 π¬
- What happens? Acids + Metals → Salt + Hydrogen gas. For example: Mg (s) + 2HCl(aq) → MgCl2β (aq) + H2β(g)
- Think: Like when vinegar (an acid) is poured on chips of magnesium (a metal), it produces bubbles of hydrogen gas! π
Ionic and Molecular Equations π§ͺ
- 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) + H2β(g) (Net Ionic Equation)
Reactions with Metal Oxides π¦
- Result: Acids + Metal Oxides → Salt + Water.
- For Example: MgO(s) + 2HCl (aq) → MgCl2β(aq) + H2βO(l)
- Aha Moment! Metal oxides can act as Brønsted–Lowry bases, accepting H+ ions.
Global Impact π
- 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 π
- 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! π
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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 onΒ 5th Nov 2024
Table of content
Neutralization Reactions π
- 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 π¬
- What happens? Acids + Metals → Salt + Hydrogen gas. For example: Mg (s) + 2HCl(aq) → MgCl2β (aq) + H2β(g)
- Think: Like when vinegar (an acid) is poured on chips of magnesium (a metal), it produces bubbles of hydrogen gas! π
Ionic and Molecular Equations π§ͺ
- 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) + H2β(g) (Net Ionic Equation)
Reactions with Metal Oxides π¦
- Result: Acids + Metal Oxides → Salt + Water.
- For Example: MgO(s) + 2HCl (aq) → MgCl2β(aq) + H2βO(l)
- Aha Moment! Metal oxides can act as Brønsted–Lowry bases, accepting H+ ions.
Global Impact π
- 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 π
- 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! π
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