Tell whether each of the following errors will cause the experimental mass percent of the sodium bicarbonate to be higher than, lower than, or the same as the true value. Explain your answer.The crucible was not heated long enough prior to adding mixture.Some of the carbonate spattered out from the crucible during heatingThe sample was not heated to constant mass.The mass of mixture used is greater than the recommended mass.

Proper heating is necessary for maintaining yield of the reaction .

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Tell whether each of the following errors will cause the experimental mass percent of the sodium bicarbonate to be higher than, lower than, or the same as the true value. Explain your answer.
The crucible was not heated long enough prior to adding mixture.
Some of the carbonate spattered out from the crucible during heating
The sample was not heated to constant mass.
The mass of mixture used is greater than the recommended mass.

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