Chapter 25, Problem 25.29QP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The reason for the formation of white precipitate has to be explained when magnesium chloride $\left({\text{MgCl}}_{\text{2}}\right)$ solution in sodium bicarbonate $\left({\text{NaHCO}}_{\text{3}}\right)$ is heated.

Concept introduction:

Solubility: The maximum capacity of a chemical compound or substance that will dissolve in a particular volume of solvent at a particular temperature.

Precipitation: Formation of insoluble solid from a chemical reaction happening in solution phase.