The following molecular equation represents the reaction that occurs when aqueous solutions of silver nitrate and aluminum chloride are combined. 3 AgNO3 (aq) + AlCl3 (aq) 3 AgCl (s) + Al (NO3) 3 (aq) Write the balanced net ionic equation for the reaction.

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25 February, 19:37

The following molecular equation represents the reaction that occurs when aqueous solutions of silver nitrate and aluminum chloride are combined. 3 AgNO3 (aq) + AlCl3 (aq) 3 AgCl (s) + Al (NO3) 3 (aq) Write the balanced net ionic equation for the reaction.

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Elaine Fuller · Answer 1

3Ag^ (+) + 3Cl ^ (-) - -> 3AgCl (s)

Explanation:

Full ionic equation:

3Ag^ (+) + 3NO3^ (-) + Al^ (+3) + 3Cl^ (-) - ->

3AgCl (s) + Al^ (3+) + 3NO3^ (-)

Spectator ions 3NO3^ (-) & Al^ (+3) can be left out in the net ionic equation.