Which of the following is a real-life example of a neutralisation reaction?
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A.
Mixing salt in water to make a saline solution
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B.
Adding baking soda to vinegar in a volcano experiment
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C.
Dissolving sugar in tea
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D.
Heating lemon juice to concentrate its acidity
Correct Answer:
B. Adding baking soda to vinegar in a volcano experiment
Explanation:
A neutralization reaction occurs when an acid and a base react together to form water and a salt. In this process, the hydrogen ions from the acid and the hydroxide ions from the base combine to produce neutral water, effectively cancelling out the original acidic and basic properties.
A common real-life example of this is using baking soda to react with vinegar. Baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) acts as a base, while vinegar (acetic acid) acts as the acid. When mixed, they undergo a neutralization reaction that produces water, a salt, and carbon dioxide gas. Another practical application is the use of antacids to treat heartburn; the basic compounds in the tablet neutralize the excess hydrochloric acid in the stomach to provide relief.
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