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In Chemistry / High School | 2025-07-03

Sodium carbonate is a basic salt because it is a salt of:
A. strong acid and strong base
B. weak acid and weak base
C. strong acid and weak base
D. weak acid and strong base

Asked by 4M4AN

Answer (2)

Sodium carbonate is a basic salt because it is formed from a strong base (sodium hydroxide) and a weak acid (carbonic acid). Its ability to increase the concentration of hydroxide ions in solution makes it basic. Other examples of basic salts include potassium carbonate and calcium carbonate. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-03

Sodium carbonate is a basic salt because it is formed from a strong base (sodium hydroxide) and a weak acid (carbonic acid). Therefore, the correct option is D: weak acid and strong base. Its ability to produce hydroxide ions in solution contributes to its basic nature.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-07-04

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