Neutralisation Flashcards
1
Q
What is the cause of acid rain?
A
Pollutants from factories and cars mixed with water and mugger in the air → chemical reactions → sulphuric acid and nitric acid are formed
2
Q
What is the short form for sulphuric acid?
A
SO2
3
Q
What is the short form for nitric acids
A
NOx
4
Q
What are the effects of acid rain (4)
A
Corroding metal products, corroding building structures, affect/kill aquatic life and damages forests
5
Q
What is the chemical reaction /process for neutralisation
A
Acid + alkaline → water + salt
6
Q
What is the pH level for water
A
pH 7
7
Q
Products Of Neutralisation
A
Hydrochloric acid + Sodium hydroxide
Hcl + NaOH
⬇️
NaCl + H2O