A reaction can take place between an acid and an alkali: a) Name this type of reaction. (1 mark) b) Write a word equation that shows the reaction between nitric acid and potassium hydroxide. (1 mark) c) Write the symbolic equation (1 mark)

AnswerAnswer outline and marking scheme for question: 2a) Neutralisation.(1 mark)b) nitric acid + potassium hydroxide → potassium nitrate + water(Mark is gained for writing potassium nitrate as the salt).(1 mark)c) HNO3(aq) + KOH(aq) → KNO3(aq) + H20(aq)(1 mark)(Total = 3 marks)

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