Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

General Knowledge

Topic

Chemistry

Question:

What is the name given to the reaction when an acid reacts with a base?

Options:

Combination reaction

Decomposition reaction

Neutralisation reaction

None of these

Correct Answer:

Neutralisation reaction

Explanation:

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