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What happens when conc. sulphuric acid is added to hydroxides? Explain using a suitable reaction.

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What happens when conc. sulphuric acid is added to hydroxides? Explain using a suitable reaction.

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It reacts as a typical dibasic acid to neutralize metal hydroxides, forming a salt and water.

\[\ce{2NaOH + H2SO4 (conc.) -> Na2SO4 + 2H2O}\]

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Chapter 11: Study of Compounds: Sulphuric Acid - EXERCISE [Page 223]

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Lakhmir Singh Chemistry [English] Class 10 ICSE
Chapter 11 Study of Compounds: Sulphuric Acid
EXERCISE | Q 1. (ii) b. | Page 223
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