It is often possible to change a hydrate into an anhydrous compound by heating it to drive off the water (dehydration).
Posted: Tue Jul 12, 2022 1:06 pm
It is often possible to change a hydrate into an anhydrous compound by heating it to drive off the water (dehydration). A 30.71 gram sample of a hydrate of Na₂SO, was heated thoroughly in a porcelain crucible, until its weight remained constant. After heating, 15.35 grams of the anhydrous compound remained. What is the formula of the hydrate? Use a period instead of a dot in the formula of the hydrate. anhydrous salt -hydrated salt