Aluminum Hydroxide and Hydrochloric Acid

Al(OH)3 + 3HCl → AlCl3 + 3H2O

Genel Bakış

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.

Katılımcılar

Rol Madde Katsayı Hal
Reaktan Aluminum Hydroxide Al(OH)₃ 1 (s)
Reaktan Hydrochloric Acid HCl 3 (aq)
Ürün Water H₂O 3 (l)

Günlük Örnek

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

Endüstriyel Önemi

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

Özellikler

Tür
Double Replacement
Geri Dönüşümlü
Hayır
Enerji
Ekzotermik
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.