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3 marksNon-Metals

CSEC Chemistry · May/June 2015 · Paper 2 · Question 4(a)(iii)

Tums® and Epsom salts are common household medicines. Calcium carbonate is the main active ingredient in Tums®, an antacid.

In order to effectively use Epsom salts, it is usually made into a solution. Explain why water molecules are able to dissolve Epsom salts.

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  1. 4(a)(i)Describe ONE method for the preparation of dry calcium carbonate in the laboratory. In your answer, include an equation for the reaction as well as the steps…[5 marks]
  2. 4(a)(ii)The main ingredient in Epsom salts is magnesium sulfate. List ONE use of Epsom salts.[1 mark]
  3. 4(b)Describe how permanent hard water is formed. Include balanced chemical equations with state symbols to illustrate this process.[6 marks]

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