Reactions Of Group 2 Carbonates Flashcards

1
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What do group 2 carbonates react with

A

React with acids

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2
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What is thermal decomposition

A

breaking up of a chemical substance with heat into at least two chemical substances.

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Group 2 carbonates in thermal decomposition

A

Group 2 carbonates are decomposed by heat, forming calcium oxide and carbon dioxide gas

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4
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carbonates become what to decompose with heat as you go down the group

A

Easier

MgCO3 ⬇️
CaCO3 ⬇️
SrCO3 ⬇️
BaCO3 ⬇️

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