Neutralisation In Everyday Life Flashcards
1
Q
How is neutralisation used in soil treatment
A
It is used in farming as plants grow best in pH 7 so chemicals such as lime are added to change the pH
2
Q
How is neutralisation used in indigestion
A
When someone has too much hydrochloric acid in their stomach, a base is used ( indigestion tablet e.g gaviscon) to neutralise the stomach acid to therefore prevent indigestion.
3
Q
How can neutralisation help a bee sting
A
A bee sting is acidic therefore you neutralise it with a base such as baking powder.
4
Q
How can neutralisation help a wasp sting
A
A wasp sting is alkaline therefore we neutralise this with acid e.g vinegar
