Chapter 9, Problem 58E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Whether the reaction of sodium hydroxide and hydrochloric acid is redox or precipitation reaction is to be predicted. The net ionic equation for the possible reaction is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

A chemical reaction in which oxidation and reduction takes place simultaneously is known as redox reaction. The single-replacement reaction which is involved in a redox reaction gives element and salt as the final products.