Identify the Major Ionic Species Present in an Aqueous Solution

question 2

Multiple Choice

Identify the major ionic species present in an aqueous solution of K₂SO₄.

• A) K²⁺, S⁶⁺, O₄^8-
• B) K²⁺, S⁶⁺, 4O^2-
• C) 2K⁺, S⁶⁺, O₄^8-
• D) 2K⁺, S⁶⁺, 4O^2-
• E) 2K⁺, SO₄^2-

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Definitions:

Theoretical Yield

The maximum amount of product that could be formed from given amounts of reactants in a chemical reaction, assuming no losses.

Carbon Dioxide

This is a gas that has no color or odor, generated through the combustion of carbon-based substances and the respiratory process, and is consumed by plants for photosynthesis.

Methane

A simple alkane hydrocarbon with the formula CH₄, known as a potent greenhouse gas and a primary component of natural gas.

Potassium Chloride

A metal halide salt composed of potassium and chlorine, used in medicine, scientific applications, and food processing.