Because both compounds are stable with a full atomic shell
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Sodium chloride (table salt) does not fizz when added to water because it is a stable compound that does not undergo a chemical reaction with water. When dissolved in water, sodium chloride dissociates into sodium and chloride ions, but there is no gas produced to create fizzing.
When sodium chloride crystals are added to 5ml of water, they will dissolve, breaking down into sodium ions and chloride ions. This forms a homogenous solution of saltwater.
When sodium chloride (NaCl) is added to water, it dissociates into sodium ions (Na+) and chloride ions (Cl-) due to the polar nature of water. These ions are then surrounded by water molecules through hydration, causing the salt to dissolve in the water. The resulting solution is conductive due to the presence of free ions.
When crystalline sodium chloride (table salt) is added to water, the water molecules surround the sodium and chloride ions, breaking the ionic bonds that hold the crystal together. This allows the separated ions to disperse throughout the water, resulting in a solution of sodium and chloride ions in water.
When sodium chloride (table salt) is added to water, it dissociates into sodium ions and chloride ions. These ions interact with the water molecules through a process called solvation, forming a solution of saltwater. The presence of these ions increases the conductivity of the water, making it a better conductor of electricity.
Yes, sodium chloride (table salt) dissolves in water. When added to water, the sodium and chloride ions disassociate due to the polar nature of water molecules, forming a solution where the salt is dissolved.