Which substances are always produced in a neutralisation reaction between an acid and an alkali?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. A salt and water
- Step 1: Acid + alkali → salt + water.
- Step 2: So the two products are always a salt and water.
Answer
A salt and water.
Why not the others: A salt and hydrogen: this occurs with a metal and an acid. A salt and carbon dioxide: this occurs with a carbonate. A metal and water: no metal is formed.
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