How do I properly dissolve sodium carbonate for titration in school?

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To properly dissolve sodium carbonate (Na2CO3) for titration, heating the water is unnecessary due to its high solubility in water. Simple stirring is sufficient, and it is recommended to stir for approximately 30 minutes to ensure complete dissolution. This method is effective for preparing sodium carbonate solutions in a school laboratory setting.

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for my titration at school i need to create a sodium carbonate solution

do i need to heat up the water or can i dissolve the sodium carbonate with simply stirring?

help would be much appreciated
 
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Do you study solubility guidelines in your Chemistry course? Where can you find these trends listed or discussed in your learning materials? Would you try to look for solubility information on sodium carbonate in a handbook?
 
louischaman said:
for my titration at school i need to create a sodium carbonate solution

do i need to heat up the water or can i dissolve the sodium carbonate with simply stirring?

help would be much appreciated
Even if the procedure would allow you to heat (but it's not the case) you don't need it because Na2CO3 is very water soluble.
 
Depending on concentration, I would recommend ~30 minutes stirring.
 

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