Neutralisation   

 


6.2  Neutralisation                                 
 
Neutralisation

Acid  + Alkali \(\rightarrow\) Salt + Water

 


Applications of Neutralisation in Daily Life
 

- Acidic soil can be treated bu adding slaked lime which is alkaline in order for plants to grow well

- Fabric softeners are acidic, thus they reduce the pH level of fabrics which become alkaline after being washed with detergents

- Acidic waste substances from factories are treated with alkalis before being discharged into the river