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Why is an aqueous solution of ammonium chloride acidic in nature? |
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Answer» Basic component is the one that produces hydroxide (OH-) ions when dissolved in water. In aqueous solution of ammonium chloride, ammonium ions (NH4+) first associate with H2O and form ammonia and hydroxide ions. NH4Cl + H2O = NH4+ + HCl ( equation 1) NH4+ + H2O = NH3 + OH- (equation 3) Since ammonium ions produce hydroxide ions, NH4+ are considered to be the basic components. |
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