Chapter 4, Problem 106AE

(a)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The balanced equations for neutralization of $\text{HCl}$ by $\text{MgO}$ , $\text{Mg}{\left(\text{OH}\right)}_2$ and $\text{Al}{\left(\text{OH}\right)}_3$ are to be stated.

Concept introduction: The solutions possessing ${\text{H}}^{+}$ ion are acidic and those possessing ${\text{OH}}^{-}$ ion are basic. Neutralization accompanies giving out large heat and therefore falls in the category of exothermic reactions. The end product of this reaction includes salt and ${\text{H}}_{\text{2}}\text{O}$ . The acid’s amount that is neutralized by a specific base depends on the ${\text{OH}}^{-}$ ion furnished by base.

(b)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The substance neutralizing the maximum amount of $0.10\text{M}\text{HCl}$ is to be predicted.

Concept introduction: The solutions possessing ${\text{H}}^{+}$ ion are acidic and those possessing

  ${\text{OH}}^{-}$ ion are basic. Neutralization accompanies giving out large heat and therefore falls in the category of exothermic reactions. The end product of this reaction includes salt and ${\text{H}}_{\text{2}}\text{O}$ . The acid’s amount that is neutralized by a specific base depends on the ${\text{OH}}^{-}$ ion furnished by base.