The Action of Some Commercial Drain Cleaners Is Based on the Following

question 42

Multiple Choice

The action of some commercial drain cleaners is based on the following reaction: 2 NaOH(s) + 2 Al(s) + 6 H₂O(l) → 2 NaAl(OH) ₄(s) + 3 H₂(g)
What is the volume of H₂ gas formed at STP when 4.32 g of Al reacts with excess NaOH?

• A)2.39 L
• B)3.59 L
• C)5.38 L
• D)5.88 L

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Definitions:

Homogeneous Catalysts

Catalysts that exist in the same phase as the reactants in a chemical reaction, facilitating the reaction without being consumed.

Same Phase

A term referring to substances that are in the same state of matter (solid, liquid, gas) under the same conditions.

Reactants

Initial compounds in a chemical reaction that are depleted as they contribute to the formation of the products.

Exothermic Reactions

Chemical reactions that release energy by light or heat.