Gravimetric Methods of Chemical Analysis
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What type of particles are generally desirable in gravimetric work?

  • Particles that do not settle from solution
  • Particles with diameters less than 10^-4 cm
  • Particles that settle spontaneously
  • Large particles that are easy to filter (correct)
  • What process involves a minimum number of atoms, ions, or molecules joining together to produce a stable solid?

  • Digestion
  • Coagulation
  • Nucleation (correct)
  • Adsorption
  • What is the characteristic size of particles in a colloid?

  • Diameters greater than 10^-4 cm
  • Diameters exactly 10^-4 cm
  • Diameters less than 10^-4 cm (correct)
  • Diameters that vary
  • How can the particle size of crystalline solids be improved significantly?

    <p>Elevating the temperature and minimizing Q, maximizing S, or both</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What process involves a substance being held on the surface of a solid?

    <p>Adsorption</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can coagulation of a colloidal suspension be achieved effectively?

    <p>Heating with stirring</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main principle behind gravimetric methods of analysis?

    <p>Measurement of mass</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes precipitation methods in gravimetric analysis?

    <p>The precipitate is weighed after suitable heat treatment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of volatilization methods in gravimetric analysis?

    <p>To volatilize the analyte at a suitable temperature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the characteristics of an ideal precipitating reagent?

    <p>Low solubility, easily filtrated, and unreactive with atmosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important for a precipitating reagent to be unreactive with constituents of the atmosphere?

    <p>To avoid sample contamination during analysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the volatile product in volatilization methods in gravimetric analysis?

    <p>It is collected and weighed</p> Signup and view all the answers

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