Aluminum Hydroxide and Hydrochloric Acid

Al(OH)3 + 3HCl → AlCl3 + 3H2O

Ikhtisar

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.

Peserta

Peran Zat Koefisien Keadaan
Reaktan Aluminum Hydroxide Al(OH)₃ 1 (s)
Reaktan Hydrochloric Acid HCl 3 (aq)
Produk Water H₂O 3 (l)

Contoh Sehari-hari

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

Pentingnya dalam Industri

Aluminum hydroxide is a major industrial chemical used in water purification, antacids, fire retardants, and as a precursor to aluminum oxide.

Sifat

Jenis
Double Replacement
Dapat Dibalik
Tidak
Energi
Eksoterm
ΔH
-170,0 kJ/mol

Reaksi Terkait

Ammonia and Hydrochloric Acid (White Smoke) Calcium Carbonate and Hydrochloric Acid Calcium Chloride and Sodium Carbonate Barium Chloride and Sodium Sulfate Precipitation Calcium Hydroxide and Carbon Dioxide (Limewater Test) Sodium Hydroxide and Iron(III) Chloride (Rust Color) Sodium Hydroxide and Hydrochloric Acid Neutralization Potassium Hydroxide and Sulfuric Acid Sodium Carbonate and Hydrochloric Acid Iron(III) Chloride and Sodium Hydroxide

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.