Types of Reactions Involving Acids and Bases (Leaving Cert Chemistry): Flashcards

Neutralisation, acid-carbonate, acid-metal

Salt + water

Salt + water + carbon dioxide

Salt + hydrogen gas

$H^+ + OH^- \rightarrow H_2O$

Fizzing/effervescence ($CO_2$ gas produced)

Lighted splint produces 'pop' sound

Ions that don't participate in the reaction

Neutralise excess stomach acid

Neutralise acidic soils

$CO_3^{2-}$

Flammable

Gold and platinum

Salt

Carbonic acid ($H_2CO_3$) decomposes to $H_2O$ + $CO_2$