1. Complete Ionic Equation:
* KOH(aq) → K⁺(aq) + OH⁻(aq)
* HNO₃(aq) → H⁺(aq) + NO₃⁻(aq)
* K⁺(aq) + OH⁻(aq) + H⁺(aq) + NO₃⁻(aq) → H₂O(l) + K⁺(aq) + NO₃⁻(aq)
2. Net Ionic Equation:
* H⁺(aq) + OH⁻(aq) → H₂O(l)
Explanation:
* Complete Ionic Equation: Shows all the ions present in solution before and after the reaction.
* Net Ionic Equation: Focuses on the species that actually participate in the reaction. Spectator ions (K⁺ and NO₃⁻) are canceled out because they remain unchanged throughout the reaction.
Key Points:
* Neutralization: The reaction of an acid and a base, forming salt and water.
* Ionic Equation: Represents the reaction in terms of its constituent ions.
* Spectator Ions: Ions that do not directly participate in the reaction.
