Is NH3(aq) Equal to NH3(l) + H2O(l)?

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In summary, NH3(aq) and NH3(l) + H2O(l) are not the same. NH3(aq) is a solution of ammonia dissolved in water, while NH3(l) + H2O(l) is a mixture of pure liquid ammonia and water. They cannot be used interchangeably, as NH3(aq) is typically used in aqueous solutions and NH3(l) + H2O(l) is used in experiments requiring pure liquid ammonia. NH3(aq) is formed by dissolving ammonia in water, and has different properties from NH3(l) + H2O(l) such as a higher pH, conductivity, and boiling point.
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Is NH3(aq) equivalent to NH3(aq) + H2O(l)? or NH3(l) + H2O(l)?
 
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Not exactly, NH3(l) means liquid ammonia. But NH3(aq) + H2O(l) technically doesn't differ from NH3(aq).

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So in a chemical formula it might help to write it as NH3(aq) + H2O(l)? I thought you use NH3(l) because it would be an aqueous solution when mixed with water.
 
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No, (l) means liquid. Think liquid nitrogen - N2(l). Think liquids that are not miscible with water.

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FAQ: Is NH3(aq) Equal to NH3(l) + H2O(l)?

Is NH3(aq) the same as NH3(l) + H2O(l)?

No, NH3(aq) and NH3(l) + H2O(l) are not the same. NH3(aq) refers to ammonia dissolved in water, while NH3(l) + H2O(l) refers to pure liquid ammonia and water separately.

What is the difference between NH3(aq) and NH3(l) + H2O(l)?

The main difference is that NH3(aq) is a solution, while NH3(l) + H2O(l) is a mixture. In NH3(aq), the ammonia molecules are surrounded by water molecules and are evenly distributed throughout the solution. In NH3(l) + H2O(l), the ammonia and water molecules are not chemically combined and can be physically separated.

Can NH3(aq) and NH3(l) + H2O(l) be used interchangeably?

No, NH3(aq) and NH3(l) + H2O(l) cannot be used interchangeably. NH3(aq) is typically used in aqueous solutions, while NH3(l) + H2O(l) is used in experiments where pure liquid ammonia is needed.

How is NH3(aq) formed?

NH3(aq) is formed when ammonia (NH3) is dissolved in water (H2O). The ammonia molecules are attracted to the polar water molecules and become surrounded by them, forming a solution.

What are the properties of NH3(aq) and NH3(l) + H2O(l)?

NH3(aq) is a basic solution with a pH above 7, while NH3(l) + H2O(l) has a pH of 7. NH3(aq) is also a good conductor of electricity, while NH3(l) + H2O(l) is not. Additionally, NH3(aq) has a higher boiling point than NH3(l) + H2O(l).

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