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CHM 101 General Chemistry Objective Question

Question

What is the precipitate in a precipitation reaction?
Options
A The soluble compound
B The insoluble compound that forms
Correct Answer
C The gas produced
D The liquid remaining
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The precipitate is the insoluble compound that forms when two solutions containing soluble salts are combined.

Hint

The notes define precipitate as the insoluble compound.

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