Question

Briefly explain neutralization? Write a note on neutralisation in daily life

Answer 1

Explanation:

In chemistry, neutralization or neutralisation (see spelling differences) is a chemical reaction in which acid and a base react quantitatively with each other. In a reaction in water, neutralizationresults in there being no excess of hydrogen or hydroxide ions present in the solution.

Neutralisation in Health

Neutralisation in HealthAntacids contains bases such as aluminium hydroxide, Al(OH)3 and magnesium hydroxide, Mg(OH)2 to neutralise the excess acid in the stomach. Vinegar is used to cure wasp stings that are alkaline in nature. Baking powder is used to cure bee stings and ant bites that are acidic in nature.

Answer 2

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When acids and bases react, they result in the formation of salt and water as product and this reaction is called neutralization reaction. ... In order to retrieve the pain we take bases such as milk of magnesia which contains magnesium hydroxide. Taking a base neutralizes the effect of excess acid.