Answer to Question #265301 in Organic Chemistry for Jess

Question

Salt hydrolysis is a reaction in which one of the ions from a salt reacts with water, forming either an acidic or basic solution. Using the following titration set-ups explain how the salt formed would affect the end-point pH. Provide equations to support your discussions.

a. HCl and NaOH

b. HCl and NH3

c. CH3COOH and NaOH

Comprehend your discussions with typical titration curve to make your point and also discuss the choice of indicators to be utilized in each titration.

Answer 1

A neutralization reaction is a reaction in which an acid and a base react in an aqueous solution to produce a salt and water. The aqueous sodium chloride that is produced in the reaction is called a salt. A salt is an ionic compound composed of a cation from a base and an anion from an acid.