The properties of hydrogen chloride

A 3D rendered model of a hydrogen chloride molecule, with a hydrogen atom in white and a chlorine atom in green, joined by a covalent bond in white

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Use this demonstration and practical to investigate properties of hydrogen chloride, such as its solubility in water. Includes kit list and safety instructions.

For this session, students begin by observing a demonstration in which the teacher prepares hydrogen chloride gas and uses a fountain experiment to illustrate its solubility in water, forming hydrochloric acid. 

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