What is neutralisation reaction? give an example also
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A neutralization is a type of double replacement reaction. A salt is the product of an acid-base reaction and is a much broader term then common table salt as shown in the first reaction. The following are some examples of neutralization reactions to form salts.
A neutralization reaction is when an acid and a base react to form water and salt and involves the combination of hydrogen ions and hydroxyl ions to generate water. The neutralization of a strong acid and strong base has a pH equal to 7. Example – 1: When Sodium hydroxide is added to hydrochloric acid.
A chemical reaction in which an acid and a base react quantitatively with the intent of producing a neutral pH level is known as neutralization. A salt and water are formed during neutralization reaction.
E.g. 1: Sodium hydroxide reacts with a requisite quantity of hydrochloric acid forming sodium chloride and water.
NaOH + HCl → NaCl + H2O.
E.g. 2: Milk of magnesia (magnesium hydroxide) is a base. It is given as a treatment for acidity problems. Acidity is caused by excessive production of hydrochloric acid in the stomach. This acid produced in the stomach is neutralized by milk of magnesia. The reaction produces magnesium chloride and water as products.
Mg(OH)2 + 2 HCl → MgCl2 + 2H2O.