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What is the purpose of 'liming' the soil?
What is the purpose of 'liming' the soil?
- To decrease the alkalinity of the soil
- To alter the pH of the soil to a more neutral level (correct)
- To increase the acidity of the soil
- To promote the growth of peat in the soil
In the preparation of salts using Method A, why is excess solid metal, base, or carbonate added?
In the preparation of salts using Method A, why is excess solid metal, base, or carbonate added?
- To speed up the reaction
- To ensure that all acid is consumed (correct)
- To prevent any crystals from forming
- To reduce the yield of the salt
What type of reaction occurs when an acid reacts with an alkali in Method B for salt preparation?
What type of reaction occurs when an acid reacts with an alkali in Method B for salt preparation?
- Precipitation reaction
- Redox reaction
- Neutralization reaction (correct)
- Decomposition reaction
How does the addition of manure or compost affect soil alkalinity?
How does the addition of manure or compost affect soil alkalinity?
What is the purpose of adding a few drops of indicator in the conical flask during the titration process?
What is the purpose of adding a few drops of indicator in the conical flask during the titration process?
In the titration process, why is it important to repeat the experiment without using the indicator after finding the end-point?
In the titration process, why is it important to repeat the experiment without using the indicator after finding the end-point?
Which technique is used to separate and purify salts in Method A described in the text?
Which technique is used to separate and purify salts in Method A described in the text?
When preparing salts from suitable starting materials, what role does an alkali play in the process?
When preparing salts from suitable starting materials, what role does an alkali play in the process?
In a neutralisation reaction between sulfuric acid and iron, what is the product of the reaction?
In a neutralisation reaction between sulfuric acid and iron, what is the product of the reaction?
What is the general formula for a reaction between a carbonate and an acid?
What is the general formula for a reaction between a carbonate and an acid?
When testing for acids using litmus paper, what color will the litmus paper turn if the substance is acidic?
When testing for acids using litmus paper, what color will the litmus paper turn if the substance is acidic?
Which of the following is a characteristic property of bases?
Which of the following is a characteristic property of bases?
In a reaction between calcium carbonate and hydrochloric acid, what gas is produced?
In a reaction between calcium carbonate and hydrochloric acid, what gas is produced?
What is the product of the reaction between sulfuric acid and sodium hydroxide?
What is the product of the reaction between sulfuric acid and sodium hydroxide?
Study Notes
Soil Preparation and Acid-Base Reactions
- 'Liming' the soil involves adding a base to reduce its acidity, creating a more alkaline environment for plant growth.
Salt Preparation Method A
- Excess solid metal, base, or carbonate is added to ensure complete reaction and to remove impurities.
- The technique used to separate and purify salts is crystallization.
Salt Preparation Method B
- An acid reacts with an alkali through a neutralization reaction, forming a salt and water.
Soil Alkalinity
- Adding manure or compost to the soil increases its alkalinity, making it more suitable for plant growth.
Titration Process
- A few drops of indicator are added to the conical flask to detect the end-point of the reaction.
- The experiment is repeated without the indicator to ensure accurate results, as the indicator can affect the reaction.
Acid-Base Reactions
- An alkali plays a crucial role in salt preparation by reacting with an acid to form a salt and water.
- The product of a neutralization reaction between sulfuric acid and iron is iron sulfate and water.
- The general formula for a reaction between a carbonate and an acid is CaCO3 + 2HCl → CaCl2 + H2O + CO2.
Acid Testing
- When testing for acids using litmus paper, it will turn red if the substance is acidic.
Base Properties
- A characteristic property of bases is their ability to turn litmus paper blue.
Specific Reactions
- The reaction between calcium carbonate and hydrochloric acid produces carbon dioxide gas.
- The product of the reaction between sulfuric acid and sodium hydroxide is sodium sulfate and water.
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Description
This quiz covers the characteristics of acids and bases, the effects of soil acidity on plant growth, and methods to control acidity in soil such as 'liming' with substances like calcium oxide and calcium hydroxide. It also includes topics from Exercise C5.07 on Thermochemistry.
