Neutralization Reaction (Noun)
Meaning
A chemical reaction in which an acid and a base interact with the formation of a salt; with strong acids and bases the essential reaction is the combination of hydrogen ions with hydroxyl ions to form water.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- A neutralization reaction occurs when an acid and a base combine to form a salt and water, often resulting in the loss of acidic or basic properties.
- The creation of new salts and the production of water are the primary goals of a neutralization reaction in inorganic chemistry.
- During a neutralization reaction, the amount of hydrogen ions and hydroxide ions determines the strength and outcome of the reaction.
- To counter the effects of a toxic acid spill, a first responder might use a neutralization reaction to combine the acid with a suitable base, converting it into a less hazardous compound.
- The purpose of adding a base to a strongly acidic solution is to initiate a neutralization reaction that balances out the pH and makes the compound more stable.