World of Chemistry, 3rd edition
World of Chemistry, 3rd edition
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ISBN: 9781133109655
Author: Steven S. Zumdahl, Susan L. Zumdahl, Donald J. DeCoste
Publisher: Brooks / Cole / Cengage Learning
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Chapter 8, Problem 1STP
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Interpretation :

The best microscopic representation of an aqueous solution of calcium chloride must be chosen from the given list.

Concept Introduction :

Calcium chloride dissociates in aqueous solution to produce one Ca2+ and 2 Cl-.

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Answer to Problem 1STP

Correct answer: Option B is correct.

Explanation of Solution

Reason for correct option: Option B is correct because in this representation one Ca2+ ion and 2 Cl- ions are shown which is expected from the dissociation of calcium chloride.

  CaCl2(aq)Ca2+(aq)+2Cl-(aq).

Conclusion

Reasons for incorrect options: Option A is incorrect as one Ca2+ and one Cl- is shown.

Option C is incorrect as two Ca2+ ions and one Cl- ion is shown.

Option D is incorrect as one Ca2+ ion and three Cl- ions are shown.

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