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The fizz produced when Alka Seltzer tablet is dissolved in water
is due to the reaction between sodium bicarbonate
(NaHCO3) and citric acid
(H3C6H5O7).
3 NaHCO3(aq) +
H3C6H5O7(aq) →
3CO2(g) + 3H2O(l) +
Na3C6H5O7(aq)
In a certain experiment 1.863g of sodium bicarbonate and 1.079g of
citric acid are allowed to react.
Which is the limiting reactant? [Citric Adic]
a. How many grams of carbon dioxide form?
___ g
b. How many grams of the excess reactant remain after the limiting reactant is completely consumed?
___ g