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April 2002 Acids and Alkalis: Neutralization Coursework Introduction: Neutralization is the process in which an acid and a base/alkali react with one another and nullify the acidity or alkalinity of each other. This reaction produces two by-products, which are created in all neutralization occurrences. This process can be equated as: Acid + alkali = salt + water Or in terms of ions as: H+(aq) + OH- (aq) = H2O(I) Neutralization is a common event and is utilised by many things; some essential to our existence, such as bile's neutralization of stomach acids so that enzymes in the small intestine can function. Neutralization is used in every day life as well; indigestion or heart burn caused by a build up of hydrochloric acid in the stomach are neutralized by bases (indigestion tablets) containing alkalis such as magnesium oxide. Acidic lakes or fields can be neutralized and hence improved by applying calcium hydroxide (lime) to the surface. Molars:- A molar...

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