What is the Most Likely Product of Decomposing a Carbonate?

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The discussion centers on the decomposition of carbonates, specifically focusing on the reaction of MCO3 compounds. The participant concludes that barium carbonate (BaCO3) is the most likely product due to barium's larger ionic radius and its 2+ charge. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding ionic interactions rather than merely considering atomic oxidation states in such reactions.

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Since the reaction involves the breaking of bonds in MCO3, I assume we are looking at coulomb interactions. I'd think the answer is D) BaCO3 because all the options have a 2+ charge, but barium has the largest radius.
 
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What are the products of the decomposition?
 
Hopefully this link will help. Remember, you're not reacting atoms of the metal, but ions in a compound. It is also more difficult than thinking of which atom is easiest to oxidise. Both metals are oxidised on either side of the reaction.
 

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