Question

Give two applications of neutralization reaction in daily life.




make 2-3 sentences​

Answer 1

Answer:

(1)Farmers use lime (calcium oxide) to neutralise acid soils.

(2)Your stomach contains hydrochloric acid, and too much of this causes indigestion. Antacid tablets contain bases such as magnesium hydroxide and magnesium carbonate to neutralise the extra acid.

(3)Bee stings are acidic

Answer 2

Explanation:

Everyday examples:

i. Toothpastes help in neutralizing the effect of acid because they are alkaline in nature and neutralize the effect of acid present in our mouth.

ii. Use of baking soda in cooking.

iii. To reduce acidity in the stomach, we take milk of magnesia (Mg(OH)2).

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. Toothpaste contains bases that neutralise the acid produced by bacteria in our mouth. Baking powder is usually used to help the cakes rise.