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What is the name given to the reaction when an acid reacts with a base? |
Combination reaction Decomposition reaction Neutralisation reaction None of these |
Neutralisation reaction |
The correct answer is option 3. Neutralisation reaction The effect of a base is nullified by an acid and vice-versa. The reaction taking place is written as– NaOH(aq) + HCl(aq) → NaCl(aq) + H2O(l) The reaction between an acid and a base to give a salt and water is known as a neutralisation reaction. In general, a neutralisation reaction can be written as – Base + Acid → Salt + Water |