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Neutralisation is used in various fields. They are applied in agriculture in agriculture, industries, health and even at home 

 

 

Neutralisation in Agriculture

Acidic soil is treated with powdered lime, CaO, limestone, CaCO3 or ashes of burnt wood.

The acidic gas from the decomposition of compost neutralises the alkalis in basic soil.

Neutralisation in Industries

Acidic effluent from factories is treated with lime, CaO before discharged.

Acidic gas such as sulphur dioxide, SO2 emitted by power stations and industries is neutralised with lime, CaO before the gas is discharged into the air.

Ammonia, NH3 prevents the cogulation of latex by neutralising the acid produced by bacteria in the latex.

Neutralisation in Health

Antacids contains bases such as aluminium hydroxide, Al(OH)3 and magnesium hydroxide, Mg(OH)2 to neutralise the excess acid in the stomach.

Vinegar is used to cure wasp stings that are alkaline in nature.

Baking powder is used to cure bee stings and ant bites that are acidic in nature.

Neutralisation at Home

Toothpaste contains bases that neutralise the acid produced by bacteria in our mouth.

Baking powder is usually used to help the cakes rise.

Conditioner is used with shampoo to prevent small scales on hair which make you hair unmanageable.

Applications of Neutralisation in

Daily Life

Neutralisation in Our Daily LivesYou Will Learn to:

Explain the application of neutralisation in daily life.