Chapter 8, Problem 38AE

(a)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The products of reaction of cesium with oxygen have to be given along the balanced formula equation.

Concept Introduction:

Combination reactions/Synthesis reactions:  In these reactions, the reactant combines to form a single product.  This type of reaction occurs between either two elements, an element and a compound or two compounds.  It is recognized easily because it involves two reactants and only a single product.

Example:  The product for the combination reaction of magnesium oxide and carbon dioxide is magnesium carbonate.  The completed equation is,

  $\text{MgO}\left(\text{s}\right){\text{+CO}}_{\text{2}}\left(\text{g}\right)\stackrel{}{\to }{\text{MgCO}}_{\text{3}}\left(\text{s}\right)$

(b)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The products of reaction of aluminum metal with sulfur have to be given along the balanced formula equation.

Concept Introduction:

Refer to part (a).

(c)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The products of reaction of sulfur trioxide with water have to be given along the balanced formula equation.

Concept Introduction:

Refer to part (a).

(d)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The products of reaction of sodium oxide with water have to be given along the balanced formula equation.

Concept Introduction:

Refer to part (a).