When the solution of substance X is added to a solution of potassium iodide, then a yellow solid separates out from the solution. 

(a) What do you think substance X is likely to be ? 

(b) Name the substance which the yellow solid consists of. 

(c) Which characteristic of chemical reactions is illustrated by this example ? 

(d) Write a balanced chemical equation for the reaction which takes place. Mention the physical states of all the reactants and products involved in the chemical equation.

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(a) Lead nitrate. 

(b) Lead iodide. 

(c) Formation of a precipitate. 

(d) Pb(NO3)2 (aq) + 2KI (aq) —–> PbI2 (s) + 2KNO3 (aq)

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