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What is meant by hydrolysis?

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Hydrolysis of salt is defined as the reaction in which cations or anions or both ions of a salt react with ions of water to produce acidity or alkalinity (or sometimes even neutrality).

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Chapter 3: Ionic Equilibria - Exercises [Page 62]

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Balbharati Chemistry [English] Standard 12 Maharashtra State Board
Chapter 3 Ionic Equilibria
Exercises | Q 4. iii. a. | Page 62

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