Consider the following reaction: Na2SO4(aq) + BaCl2(aq) → BaSO4(s) + 2NaCl(aq). Which characteristic of the above reaction best justifies classifying it as a precipitation reaction?

Subject: General Awareness | Topic: Science | Difficulty: MEDIUM

Options

1. (A) The reactants (Reactants) are initially present as aqueous solutions
2. (B) Sodium chloride remains dissolved in water
3. (C) Two ionic compounds exchange partners (partners)
4. (D) Insoluble barium sulphate is formed in the solution

Verified Answer

Option (D): Insoluble barium sulphate is formed in the solution

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