Chapter 15, Problem 75QAP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The term corresponding to the given blank is to be stated.

One equivalent of an acid is the amount of the acid required to provide _______.

Concept Introduction:

Acid is a substance that donates ${\text{H}}^{+}$ ions, whereas a base is the substance which accepts ${\text{H}}^{+}$ ions. A chemical reaction that occurs between acid and base is known as neutralization reaction. In the neutralization reaction, the ${\text{OH}}^{-}$ ions of the base combines with ${\text{H}}^{+}$ ions of an acid, which results in the formation of water as a side product.