Question

'The water sample does not contain OH^- and HCO3 ions together.' Give reason.​

Answer 1

Explanation:

• OH- ions as well as HCO3- ions have same negative charge. - Two negative ions can't be found together. - Therefore, OH- and HCO3- ions can't be observed in a single water sample.

Answer 2

Answer:

Why the water sample doesn't contain OH- and HCO3- ions together ? - OH- ions as well as HCO3- ions have same negative charge. - Two negative ions can't be found together. - Therefore, OH- and HCO3- ions can't be observed in a single water sample.