Solving a Dilute Barium Hydroxide-H2SO4 Reaction

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The discussion revolves around identifying the spectator ions in the reaction between a dilute solution of barium hydroxide and sulfuric acid. Participants explore the dissociation of the reactants and the resulting ionic equation.

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  • One participant presents the balanced chemical equation for the reaction and attempts to derive the ionic equation, expressing uncertainty about the spectator ions.
  • Another participant prompts the first to review their notes regarding the dissociation of bases and acids, suggesting that this information is crucial for understanding the reaction.
  • A subsequent reply indicates that the participant does not have the relevant information in their notes.
  • Another participant suggests checking a textbook or using online resources for clarification.

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There is no consensus reached regarding the identification of spectator ions, and multiple viewpoints on how to approach the problem remain evident.

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Participants have not provided complete information on the dissociation processes of barium hydroxide and sulfuric acid, which may affect the understanding of the ionic equation.

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Homework Statement


Barium hydroxide is soluble in water. What are the spectator ions in the reaction of a dilute solution of barium hydroxide with hydro-sulfuric acid?


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The chemical equation is:
Ba(OH)_{2(aq)}+H_{2}SO_{4(aq)} \rightarrow BaSO_{4(s)}+2H_{2}O_{(l)}
In my notes it says sulfates are soluble except for a few, Ba is one of them.
The ionic equation is:
Ba^{2+}+6O^{2-}+4H^{+}+S^{2-} \rightarrow BaSO_{4(s)}+4H^{+}+2O^{2-}
Not sure on the ionic equation...
Any help because I thought the spectators are the ones that cancel out?
 
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Check your notes on dissociation - how do the bases dissociate? How do the acids dissociate?
 
There's nothing about that in my notes :\
 
Then check your book or ask prof. Google.
 

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