Does sodium bicarbonate react with copper hydroxide in water?

In summary, there is a possibility for a reaction between sodium bicarbonate and copper hydroxide in water, resulting in the production of insoluble compounds such as CuCO3 and Na2CO3. However, the insolubility of Cu(OH)2 may slow down the reaction and other factors such as concentrations and sample preparation may also play a role.
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does sodium bicarbonate react with copper hydroxide in water ?
what is the equation?
 
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Is copper hydroxide soluble?
 
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copper hydroxide is not soluble in water as i know?
 
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So if it is not soluble, how is it going to react?
 
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A possible reaction might be:
Cu(OH)2+2NaHCO3=CuCO3+Na2CO3+2H2O

The fact that Cu(OH)2 is insoluble would slow down the reaction. But since CuCO3 is also insoluble, the insolubility of Cu(OH)2 would at least not force the reaction to the left.
 
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Actually if anything I would expect basic carbonate to be produced.

Sadly, questions is poorly defined. A lot depends on details, concentrations, perhaps even the way samples were prepared.
 

1. How does sodium bicarbonate react with copper hydroxide in water?

When sodium bicarbonate and copper hydroxide are mixed in water, a reaction occurs between the two compounds. The bicarbonate ions in sodium bicarbonate react with the copper ions in copper hydroxide, forming copper carbonate and water. This reaction is known as a double displacement reaction.

2. Is the reaction between sodium bicarbonate and copper hydroxide in water exothermic or endothermic?

The reaction between sodium bicarbonate and copper hydroxide in water is exothermic, meaning it releases heat. This is because energy is released during the formation of the products (copper carbonate and water) from the reactants (sodium bicarbonate and copper hydroxide).

3. What are the physical changes that occur during the reaction between sodium bicarbonate and copper hydroxide in water?

During the reaction, several physical changes occur. These include the formation of a new solid (copper carbonate), the release of gas bubbles (carbon dioxide), and a decrease in the temperature of the solution due to the exothermic nature of the reaction.

4. What is the chemical equation for the reaction between sodium bicarbonate and copper hydroxide in water?

The chemical equation for this reaction is: NaHCO3 + Cu(OH)2 → CuCO3 + H2O + CO2. This equation shows the reactants (sodium bicarbonate and copper hydroxide) on the left side and the products (copper carbonate, water, and carbon dioxide) on the right side.

5. What are the practical applications of the reaction between sodium bicarbonate and copper hydroxide in water?

This reaction has several practical applications. For example, it is used in the production of copper carbonate, which is used as a pigment in paints, plastics, and ceramics. It is also used in the production of carbon dioxide gas, which is used in fire extinguishers and carbonated beverages. Additionally, the reaction can be used in wastewater treatment to remove excess copper ions from water.

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