Question

. Balance the chemical equation describing the reaction. (2 points)
Al2(SO4)3 + K3PO4 AlPO4 + K2SO4
Balanced Equation: Al2(SO4)3 + 2 K3PO4 —> 2 AlPO4 + 3 K2SO4
      ii. Use the solubility table to predict whether a precipitate will form in the reaction. Explain your answer. (1 point)
ok so i balanced the equation and i know a precipitate will form. the precipitate is AIPO, but i don't know why

Answer 1

I'm not sure but you can ask @aaronq he/she is pretty smart :P

Answer 2

i think aaronq = he hahah. yea he's a genius :)

Answer 3

You're right on both accounts. Explaining the physical reasons on solubility comes down to energetics. The energy of the ionic bond is greater than the energy that comes from hydration (water molecules surround the ions breaking their bond).

Answer 4

Quantitatively, you can say that it has a very small solubility product constant, \(K_{sp}\).

Answer 5

ps. thanks for the compliments guys~

Answer 6

You're welcome :)

Answer 7

:)

Answer 8

thanks! you're response is easy to understand :)