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Ch.4 - Chemical Quantities & Aqueous Reactions
Chapter 4, Problem 75

Complete and balance the following equation. If no reaction occurs, write “NO REACTION.” NaOH(aq) + FeCl3(aq) → ?

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Identify the reactants: NaOH (sodium hydroxide) and FeCl3 (iron(III) chloride).
Determine the possible products: NaCl (sodium chloride) and Fe(OH)3 (iron(III) hydroxide).
Write the unbalanced equation: NaOH(aq) + FeCl3(aq) → NaCl(aq) + Fe(OH)3(s).
Balance the equation by adjusting coefficients: Start by balancing the Fe atoms, then the Cl atoms, and finally the Na and OH groups.
Check the balanced equation to ensure mass and charge are conserved.