Sodium Hydroxide and Phosphoric Acid

3NaOH + H3PO4 → Na3PO4 + 3H2O

개요

Sodium hydroxide reacts with phosphoric acid in a 3:1 ratio to completely neutralize the triprotic acid, forming trisodium phosphate and water. Partial neutralization gives mono- or disodium phosphate depending on the molar ratio. Each salt has different industrial applications.

참여 물질

역할 물질 계수 상태
반응물 Phosphoric Acid H₃PO₄ 1 (aq)
반응물 Sodium Hydroxide NaOH 3 (aq)
생성물 Water H₂O 3 (l)

일상 속 예시

Trisodium phosphate (TSP) was once the main ingredient in heavy-duty household cleaners and dishwasher detergents before environmental regulations limited phosphate use.

산업적 중요성

인산나트륨류는 식품 가공, 수처리, 세척 제품, 그리고 완충제로 사용됩니다. 환경 인산염 규제가 공업적 사용 패턴을 변화시켰습니다.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Sodium Hydroxide and Phosphoric Acid?
The balanced equation is: 3NaOH + H₃PO₄ → Na₃PO₄ + 3H₂O.
What type of reaction is Sodium Hydroxide and Phosphoric Acid?
Sodium Hydroxide and Phosphoric Acid is a double replacement reaction.
Is Sodium Hydroxide and Phosphoric Acid exothermic or endothermic?
Sodium Hydroxide and Phosphoric Acid is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -173.0 kJ/mol.