Question

Write a balanced equation for the double-replacement precipitation reaction described, using the smallest possible integer coefficients. A precipitate forms when aqueous solutions of nickel(II) nitrate and sodium carbonate are combined. Do not include states such as (s) or (aq). It is not necessary for you to indicate which of the products is the precipitate.

Answer 1

Ni(NO₃)₂ + Na₂CO₃ ⇒ NiCO₃ + 2 NaNO₃

Step-by-step explanation:

Let's consider the unbalanced equation for the reaction that occurs when aqueous solutions of nickel(II) nitrate and sodium carbonate are combined. This is a double-replacement precipitation reaction.

Ni(NO₃)₂ + Na₂CO₃ ⇒ NiCO₃ + NaNO₃

We will balance the equation using the trial and error method.

First, we will balance Na atoms by multiplying NaNO₃ by 2.

Ni(NO₃)₂ + Na₂CO₃ ⇒ NiCO₃ + 2 NaNO₃

As we can see, the equation is balanced.