Chemistry Forum

the other product is probably CO2 and possibly water but im not too sure. You may be over thinking this too, a thick paste would also have abrasive properties and a little scrubbing may be what removes the tarnish rather than any chemical action I've done it and the cleansing happens even without r...

I am trying to determine how a paste of baking soda and water can remove silver tarnish. Can anyone please assist with products and balancing? Thank you very much.

Ag2S + NaHC03 ---> Na2S + Ag + _______???