Reactions of Ions in Aqueous Solution
This topic focuses on the acidity of metal-aqua ions and ligand substitution reactions. Students will predict the outcomes of adding various reagents to aqueous ions.
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This topic focuses on the acidity of metal-aqua ions and ligand substitution reactions. Students will predict the outcomes of adding various reagents to aqueous ions.
Key Questions
- Why are some metal-aqua ions more acidic than others?
- What happens during a ligand substitution reaction?
- How can the amphoteric character of certain metal hydroxides be demonstrated?
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