Question

Which type of reaction will occur when equal volumes of 0.1 M HCl and 0.1 M NaOH are mixed

1. Neutralization
2. Ionization
3. Electrolysis
4. Hydrolysis

Answer 1

1. Neutralization

Step-by-step explanation:

When equal volumes of 0.1 M HCl and 0.1 M NaOH are mixed, a neutralization reaction will occur. The hydrogen ions (H+) from the acid react with the hydroxide ions (OH-) from the base to form water (H2O) and a salt. Therefore, the correct answer is 1. neutralization.

Answer 2

The addition of 0.1M HCl and 0.1M NaOH both of equal amounts is considered to be a neutralization reaction. A neutralization reaction is basically a double replacement reaction participated by both an acid and a base. In this case, the NaOH is the base while the HCl is the acid. The reaction will yield the following products: Water (H20) and aqueous Sodium Chloride (NaCl). Neutralization reactions always yield a salt and water as the end products.