Neutralisation
noun · Chemistry
Definition
The reaction of an acid with a base to form a salt and water.
Explanation
Reaction of an acid with a carbonate also produces carbon dioxide.
Example
Hydrochloric acid + sodium hydroxide gives sodium chloride + water.
Common confusion
Neutralisation does not always result in a pH of exactly 7 in every context.
Related terms
- AcidA substance that produces hydrogen ions in water and has a pH below 7.
- BaseA substance that neutralises acids.
- pHA scale, usually from 0 to 14, that measures how acidic or alkaline a solution is.
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