SUMMARY
The reaction between barium hydroxide (Ba(OH)2) and carbon dioxide (CO2) produces barium carbonate (BaCO3) and water (H2O). The balanced equation is Ba(OH)2(aq) + CO2(g) → BaCO3(s) + H2O(l). Since Ba(OH)2 is only slightly soluble, the net ionic equation focuses on the formation of the solid product, BaCO3, indicating that the reaction is indeed valid and balanced.
PREREQUISITES
- Understanding of chemical reactions and balancing equations
- Knowledge of solubility rules, particularly for Ba(OH)2
- Familiarity with net ionic equations
- Basic chemistry concepts related to aqueous and solid states
NEXT STEPS
- Study the solubility rules for common ionic compounds
- Learn how to derive net ionic equations from complete ionic equations
- Explore the properties and reactions of barium compounds
- Investigate the role of carbon dioxide in acid-base reactions
USEFUL FOR
Chemistry students, educators, and laboratory technicians interested in reaction mechanisms and net ionic equations.