What symbols do we use to indicate the physical state of reactants and products in an equation?

  1. Solid state is indicated by the symbol. (s)
  2. Liquid state is indicated by the symbol. (l)
  3. Gaseous state is indicated by the symbol. (g)
  4. Aqueous solution is indicated by the symbol. (aq)
  5. Precipitate is indicated by an arrow with head downwards.