In the purification of bauxite ore, a preliminary step in the production of aluminum, [Al(OH) 4 ](aq)

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In the purification of bauxite ore, a preliminary step in the production of aluminum, [Al(OH)4]‾(aq) can be converted to Al(OH)3(s) by passing CO2(g) through the solution. Write an equation for the reaction that occurs. Could HCl(aq) be used instead of CO2(g)? Explain.

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General Chemistry Principles And Modern Applications

ISBN: 9780132931281

11th Edition

Authors: Ralph Petrucci, Jeffry Madura, F. Herring, Carey Bissonnette

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