Answer to Question #95669 in General Chemistry for Alexandra

Question #95669
Considering the formula of sodium and potassium carbonate (Na2CO3), why is it not possible to obtain (H2O) from them when they are heated?
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Expert's answer
2019-10-02T08:02:10-0400

Thermal decomposition of Sodium Carbonate:

Na2CO3 → Na2O + CO2

Thermal decomposition of Potassium Carbonate:

К2CO3 → К2O + CO2


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