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What are the general steps to write net ionic equations?

Determine solubility. 2. Balance the equation. 3. Write the complete ionic equation. 4. Omit spectator ions.

What causes ionic compounds to dissolve in water?

Ion-dipole interactions between water molecules and the ions.

What happens when a reaction produces an insoluble product?

A precipitate forms.

What is the difference between a complete ionic equation and a net ionic equation?

Complete Ionic: Shows all ions in solution. | Net Ionic: Shows only reacting species, excluding spectator ions.