Writing Net Ionic Equations: How to Include Physical States and Charges

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When writing net ionic equations, it's essential to indicate physical states using the abbreviations (s), (l), (g), and (aq) for solid, liquid, gas, and aqueous solutions, respectively. The total ionic equation for the reaction of lithium carbonate with hydrochloric acid should include charges on the ionic species. The initial attempt presented was Li2CO3(aq) + 2HCl(aq) → H2CO3(l) + 2LiCl(aq), but this does not represent a complete ionic equation. A correct total ionic equation would break down the reactants and products into their respective ions, showing their charges. Understanding these components is crucial for accurately writing net ionic equations.
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When writing chemical formulas in Mastering, indicate the physical states using the abbreviation , , or for solid, liquid, or gas, respectively. Use for aqueous solution.

Write the total ionic equation (also known as the complete ionic equation) for the reaction of lithium carbonate with hydrochloric acid. Be sure to include the charges on the ionic species.



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This is what i came up with Li2CO3(aq)+2HCl(aq)---->H2CO3(l)+2LiCl(aq)
 
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What you wrote is not an ionic equation.
 
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