Aluminum Hydroxide and Hydrochloric Acid

Al(OH)3 + 3HCl → AlCl3 + 3H2O

Descripción general

Aluminum hydroxide, an amphoteric hydroxide, dissolves in hydrochloric acid to form aluminum chloride and water. This demonstrates the basic character of aluminum hydroxide. The same compound also dissolves in sodium hydroxide, showing its amphoteric nature.

Participantes

Rol Sustancia Coeficiente Estado
Reactivo Aluminum Hydroxide Al(OH)₃ 1 (s)
Reactivo Hydrochloric Acid HCl 3 (aq)
Producto Water H₂O 3 (l)

Ejemplo cotidiano

Aluminum hydroxide is used in antacid formulations (like Maalox) where it neutralizes stomach acid via this reaction.

Importancia industrial

El hidróxido de aluminio es un importante producto químico industrial utilizado en la purificación del agua, antiácidos, retardantes de llama y como precursor del óxido de aluminio.

Propiedades

Tipo
Double Replacement
Reversible
No
Energía
Exotérmico
ΔH
-170,0 kJ/mol

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Aluminum Hydroxide and Hydrochloric Acid?
The balanced equation is: Al(OH)₃ + 3HCl → AlCl₃ + 3H₂O.
What type of reaction is Aluminum Hydroxide and Hydrochloric Acid?
Aluminum Hydroxide and Hydrochloric Acid is a double replacement reaction.
Is Aluminum Hydroxide and Hydrochloric Acid exothermic or endothermic?
Aluminum Hydroxide and Hydrochloric Acid is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -170.0 kJ/mol.