What is the name given to the reaction when an acid reacts with a base?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
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