When the following reaction occurs?

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When the following reaction occurs?

When the following reaction occurs
h_3po_4)(aq)+ca(oh)_2(aq)---->

what is the formula for the salt formed?

2007-09-21 12:01:30 · 2 answers · asked by stranger 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry

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Ca^3 (Po4)^2 + H2O

phosphate has an oxidation number of 3- and calcium has an oxidation number of 2+, so you find the common denominator of 6 to get your product

but don't forget the water...haha

2007-09-21 12:11:59 · answer #1 · answered by Britney 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋

2H3PO4(aq) + 3Ca(OH)2(aq) ===> Ca3(PO4)2(s) + 6H2O

2007-09-21 19:09:33 · answer #2 · answered by steve_geo1 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋