Chapter 15, Problem 78QAP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The equivalents of hydroxide ion needed to react with $1.53$ equivalents of hydrogen ion are to be predicted. The explanation for the number of equivalents required when no balanced chemical equation was provided for the reaction is to be stated.

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.