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What is a neutralization reaction? Give an example.
Give an example of a neutralization reaction.
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Solution 1
Example:
Bases react with acids to form salt and water.
\[\ce{KOH + HCl -> KCl + H2O}\]
The above reaction between a base and an acid is known as the neutralization reaction.
Solution 2
- \[\ce{HCl + NaOH -> NaCl + H2O}\]
- \[\ce{H2SO4 + 2KOH -> K2SO4 + 2H2O}\]
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