A question in my lab is confusing me. It simply says "write the formation equation for X (aq), MX (s), and M+ (aq). Assume all atoms used are monoatomic species in standard state. what should I do?

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Our lab is on calorimeter and this is one of the questions it asked. A question in my lab is confusing me. It simply says "write the formation equation for X (aq), MX (s), and M+ (aq). Assume all atoms used are monoatomic species in standard state. what should I do? MX is the product. I was hoping for a better explanation on formation equations as well.

Answer 1

Great Day Gracie!

Calorimetry usually refers to transfer of energy.

when ions combine this can be either exothermic or endothermic.

Using a calorimeter in an experiment you can determine the classification of reaction by taking the temperature of the water.

The formation equation is simple: see below

X^-_(aq) + M⁺ _(aq) = MX _(s)

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