Question

What do you mean by a precipitation reaction? Explain by giving examples.

NCERT Class 10th Science Chapter 1 Chemical Reactions and Equations​

Answer 1

Answer:

Chemical Reactions and Equations

When two reactants in solution react and one or more of the products is insoluble or forms a precipitate, the reaction is called a precipitation reaction. For example, when a solution of iron chloride and ammonium hydroxide are mixed, a brown precipitate of iron hydroxide is formed.

Answer 2

Explanation:

When two reactants in solution react and one or more of the products is insoluble or forms a precipitate, the reaction is called a precipitation reaction. For example, when a solution of iron chloride and ammonium hydroxide are mixed, a brown precipitate of iron hydroxide is formed. Iron salt and water are produced.