Zinc Hydroxide as Amphoteric Base with HCl

Zn(OH)2 + 2HCl → ZnCl2 + 2H2O

Descripción general

Zinc hydroxide, like aluminum hydroxide, is amphoteric and dissolves in hydrochloric acid to form zinc chloride and water. The white gelatinous precipitate dissolves as the Zn²⁺ ions form. This behavior is used in qualitative analysis to distinguish zinc from non-amphoteric metal hydroxides.

Participantes

Rol Sustancia Coeficiente Estado
Reactivo Hydrochloric Acid HCl 2 (aq)
Producto Water H₂O 2 (l)

Ejemplo cotidiano

Zinc chloride produced by this reaction is used in soldering flux and as an ingredient in some deodorants.

Importancia industrial

Relevante en el tratamiento de superficies de zinc, galvanoplastia y en la producción de zinc refinado.

Propiedades

Tipo
Acid-Base
Reversible
No
Energía
Exotérmico
ΔH
-110,0 kJ/mol

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Zinc Hydroxide as Amphoteric Base with HCl?
The balanced equation is: Zn(OH)₂ + 2HCl → ZnCl₂ + 2H₂O.
What type of reaction is Zinc Hydroxide as Amphoteric Base with HCl?
Zinc Hydroxide as Amphoteric Base with HCl is a acid-base reaction.
Is Zinc Hydroxide as Amphoteric Base with HCl exothermic or endothermic?
Zinc Hydroxide as Amphoteric Base with HCl is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -110.0 kJ/mol.