Question

How does lead nitrate decompose under heating?

Answer 1

`Pb(NO_3)_2(s) + Delta rarr PbO(s) + 2NO_2(g)uarr + 1/2O_2(g)uarr`

Explanation:

Is this stoichiometrically balanced?

Given a fume hood, this decomposition reaction could be performed as an A2 or undergraduate chemistry experiment.