Chapter 11.3, Problem 29LC

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: To define the net ionic equation.

Concept Introduction: In a liquid or solid medium, an ionic reaction typically takes place when anions and cations interact to form a compound. When the ions of salts that are soluble in water interact with one another, water-insoluble salts are produced.

Answer to Problem 29LC

The type of reaction in which ions will take part in a chemical reaction is referred to as an ionic reaction.

Explanation of Solution

The type of reaction in which ions will take part in a chemical reaction is referred to as an ionic reaction. In the net ionic equation, ions that are directly involved in the reaction are shown. When sodium reacts with chlorine it will form sodium chloride. Its ionic reaction can be written as:

  ${\text{Na}}^{\text{+}}{\text{+Cl}}^{\text{\_}}\to \text{NaCl}$