Question

write the balanced complete ionic equation for the reaction when (nh₄)₃po₄ and na₂so₄ are mixed in aqueous solution. if no reaction occurs, simply write only nr. be sure to include the proper phases for all species within the reaction.

Explanation:

Step1: Analyze the reactants

\((NH_4)_3PO_4\) and \(Na_2SO_4\) are both soluble salts in aqueous solution. When they are mixed, the possible products would be \(NH_4^+\) with \(SO_4^{2 -}\) and \(Na^+\) with \(PO_4^{3 -}\). The new salts would be \((NH_4)_2SO_4\) and \(Na_3PO_4\).

Step2: Check for precipitation or gas - evolution etc.

\((NH_4)_2SO_4\) is soluble in water (most ammonium salts are soluble) and \(Na_3PO_4\) is also soluble (most sodium salts are soluble). There is no formation of a precipitate, no gas evolution, and no acid - base reaction (since there is no transfer of protons in a way that would drive the reaction).

Answer:

NR