Question

Silver nitrate can be produced by dissolving metallic silver in concentrated nitric acid, with an addition product being hydrogen gas. Write the chemical formula for this reaction.

Answer 1

2Ag(s) + 2HNO₃ (aq) → 2AgNO₃(aq) + H₂(g)

Step-by-step explanation:

Metallic silver = Ag (s)

Concentrated nitric acid = HNO₃ (aq)

Product being hydrogen gas = H₂(g)

2Ag(s) + 2HNO₃ (aq) → 2AgNO₃(aq) + H₂(g)

Be careful AgNO₃ doesn't precipitate