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Ch.4 - Reactions in Aqueous Solution
Chapter 4, Problem 131

The concentration of the Sn2+ solution used in Problem 4.130 can be found by letting it react with a known amount of Fe2+. What is the molar concentration of an Sn2+ solution if 23.84 mL is required for complete reaction with 1.4855 g of Fe2O3?

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Key Concepts

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Stoichiometry

Stoichiometry is the branch of chemistry that deals with the quantitative relationships between the reactants and products in a chemical reaction. It allows us to calculate the amounts of substances consumed and produced in a reaction based on balanced chemical equations. Understanding stoichiometry is essential for determining the molar concentration of solutions when given mass and volume data.
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Molarity

Molarity is a measure of concentration defined as the number of moles of solute per liter of solution. It is expressed in units of moles per liter (mol/L). To find the molarity of the Sn2+ solution, one must convert the mass of Fe2O3 into moles and relate it to the volume of the Sn2+ solution used in the reaction, using stoichiometric coefficients from the balanced equation.
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Redox Reactions

Redox reactions involve the transfer of electrons between two species, resulting in changes in oxidation states. In this context, the reaction between Sn2+ and Fe2O3 involves the reduction of Sn2+ and the oxidation of Fe3+. Understanding the principles of redox chemistry is crucial for determining how the reactants interact and for calculating the molar concentration of the Sn2+ solution based on the complete reaction with Fe2O3.
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