Nitric Acid and Potassium Hydroxide Neutralization

HNO3 + KOH → KNO3 + H2O

Descripción general

Nitric acid reacts with potassium hydroxide to produce potassium nitrate and water. This is a strong acid-strong base neutralization yielding a neutral salt. Potassium nitrate is one of the oldest known chemical compounds, historically called saltpeter.

Participantes

Rol Sustancia Coeficiente Estado
Reactivo Nitric Acid HNO₃ 1 (aq)
Reactivo Potassium Hydroxide KOH 1 (aq)
Producto Potassium Nitrate KNO₃ 1 (aq)
Producto Water H₂O 1 (l)

Ejemplo cotidiano

Potassium nitrate (saltpeter) has been used for centuries in food preservation, particularly in curing meats, and as a key ingredient in gunpowder.

Importancia industrial

El nitrato de potasio se usa en fertilizantes, fuegos artificiales, conservación de alimentos y como fluido de transferencia de calor en plantas solares de energía concentrada.

Propiedades

Tipo
Acid-Base
Reversible
No
Energía
Exotérmico
ΔH
-57,1 kJ/mol

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Nitric Acid and Potassium Hydroxide Neutralization?
The balanced equation is: HNO₃ + KOH → KNO₃ + H₂O.
What type of reaction is Nitric Acid and Potassium Hydroxide Neutralization?
Nitric Acid and Potassium Hydroxide Neutralization is a acid-base reaction.
Is Nitric Acid and Potassium Hydroxide Neutralization exothermic or endothermic?
Nitric Acid and Potassium Hydroxide Neutralization is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -57.1 kJ/mol.