The reaction between baking soda and vinegar is an example of an acid-base reaction. Acid-base reactions are also called neutralization reactions. The products of a neutralization reaction are always a salt (an ionic compound) and water.

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Video segment. Assistance may be required. Watch the following video to see what it looks like when HCl reacts with NaOH.

Source: Neutralization Reaction, diversitypodcast, YouTube


What is the evidence that a chemical reaction happened when the NaOH was added to the HCl? Interactive popup. Assistance may be required. Check Your Answer There was a color change as the two clear liquids turned cloudy. Also, the indicator paper that was used to show the pH of the substances changed.Close Pop Up

Interactive exercise. Assistance may be required. Practice predicting the products for the following acid-base reactions: