Which of the following statement is correct?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is option 2. Acid should be added to water slowly.
The process of dissolving an acid or a base in water is highly exothermic. The acid must always be added slowly to water with constant stirring. If water is added to a concentrated acid, the heat generated may cause the mixture to splash out and cause burns. The glass container may also break due to excessive local heating.