The discussion centers on the reaction between potassium phosphate and acetic acid, specifically whether a double replacement reaction occurs to form an insoluble precipitate. Participants conclude that no reaction is expected due to the high solubility of potassium compounds and acetates in water. They recommend checking the solubility product constants (Ksp) for potassium acetate and potassium phosphate to confirm this. The conversation also notes that substituting calcium acetate for acetic acid could yield different results.
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