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answered 27 Mar 2026

When the solution of substance X is added to a solution of potassium iodide, then a yellow solid separates out from the solution. (a) What do you think substance X is likely to be? (b) Name the substance which the yellow solid consists of. (c) Which characteristic of chemical reactions is illustrated by this example? (d) Write a balanced chemical equation for the reaction which takes place. Mention the physical states of all the reactants and products involved in the chemical equation.

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  • Lead Nitrate
  • Lead Iodide
  • Formation of precipitate
  • Pb(NO3)2 (aq) + 2KI (aq) → PbI2 (s) + 2KNO3 (aq)

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