Question

Describe how you would prepare a pure dry sample of lead(II) sulfate crystals starting from solutions of lead(II) nitrate and sodium sulfate.

Include a series of key steps in your answer.

Answer 1

Method: Measure out 25 cm3 of 0.5 mol dm3 lead(II)nitrate solution and add it to a small beaker. Measure out 25 cm3 of 0.5 mol dm3 of potassium sulfate add it to the beaker and mix together using a stirring rod.