Multiple Choice
According to general solubility rules, which type of anion will typically result in an insoluble compound when combined with most cations?
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6. Chemical Quantities & Aqueous Reactions
Solubility Rules
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Based on the solubility rules, which of the following compounds is most likely to be insoluble in water?
A
NH_4Br
B
NaNO_3
C
K_2SO_4
D
AgCl
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Review the common solubility rules for ionic compounds in water, focusing on the solubility of ammonium (NH_4^+), alkali metal ions (such as Na^+ and K^+), and common anions like bromide (Br^-), nitrate (NO_3^-), and sulfate (SO_4^{2-}).
Recall that compounds containing ammonium (NH_4^+) and alkali metal ions (Na^+, K^+) are generally soluble in water regardless of the anion they are paired with.
Note that bromides (Br^-), nitrates (NO_3^-), and sulfates (SO_4^{2-}) are typically soluble, with some exceptions mainly for sulfates with heavy metals, but not for alkali metals or ammonium.
Understand that silver chloride (AgCl) is a classic example of an insoluble salt because silver (Ag^+) halides (except AgF) are generally insoluble in water according to solubility rules.
Conclude that among the given compounds, NH_4Br, NaNO_3, and K_2SO_4 are all soluble, while AgCl is the one most likely to be insoluble in water.
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