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to get a pH of 7(neutral pH) you need to add a base solution to an acid solution and vice versa until you eventually approach a pH of 7

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An Acid for a Base, a Base for an Acid

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Q: What does it mean to neutralize a solution and how can this be done?
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How do you neutralize phosphoric acid?

This can be done, carefullY (!!) with a counterbalancing solution of calcium carbonate.


What does alkalinty mean?

You mean alkalinity? Alkalinity measures the ability of a solution to neutralize acids to the equivalence point of carbonate or bicarbonate. The alkalinity is equal to the stoichiometric sum of the bases in solution.


What will neutralize a basic solution?

An acid.


How do you get a neutral solution starting from sodium hydroxide?

Add acid and neutralize the solution.


Why adding a basic solution to an acidic solution will neutralize the solution?

The H+ and OH- ions combine to form water.


What is the process where an acidic solution becomes neutral?

That would be called neutralization, and it is done by adding an alkaline substance of some kind. Acids and alkalines neutralize each other.


What is the molarity of a solution if 48.0 mL of a 0.220 M solution is required to neutralize a 25.0-mL sample of the solution?

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Does vinegar neutralize potassium hydroxide?

Yes. Vinegar will neutralize potassium hydroxide to form a mildly alkaline solution of potassium acetate.


What solution should be used to neutralize spillage of concentrated hcl?

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What common household product will neutralize a black oxide bluing solution?

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What is the compound that reacts with potassium to form potassium hydroxide?

Potassium Hydroxide(KOH) is a base (it is "basic"). An acid will neutralize a base. Acetic acid can be used to neutralize KOH. Baking soda is a base, so it will not work to neutralize KOH.


After immediate irrigation what should you do to the eye?

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