Reactions of Acids Flashcards
1
Q
Write out the neutralization equation
A
Acid + Base —> Salt + Water
2
Q
What is a base?
A
A base is a substance that neutralise an acid; Normally an alkali
3
Q
Name three types of Bases used commonly in neutralization
A
Metal Oxides
Metal Hydroxides
Metal Carbonates
4
Q
Why are bases Alkali?
A
When dissolved in water, the metal hydroxide, oxide, or carbonate will form OH- ions
5
Q
Name three acids used commonly today in neutralization and what salts they form.
A
Hydrochloric acid —> Chloride salts
Sulphuric acid —> Sulphate salts
Nitric acid —> Nitrate salts
6
Q
The equation for Acids and Metal Oxide/Hydroxide
A
Acid + Metal Oxide/Hydroxide —> Salt + Water
7
Q
The equation for Acids and Metal carbonates
A
Acid + Metal Carbonate —> Salt + Carbon dioxide + Water
