Hydrochloric Acid and Calcium Hydroxide

2HCl + Ca(OH)2 → CaCl2 + 2H2O

概述

Hydrochloric acid reacts with calcium hydroxide (slaked lime) to form calcium chloride and water. Calcium hydroxide is a dibasic compound that requires two equivalents of HCl. This neutralization is widely used in water treatment and industrial acid waste handling.

参与者

角色 物质 系数 状态
反应物 Calcium Hydroxide Ca(OH)₂ 1 (s)
反应物 Hydrochloric Acid HCl 2 (aq)
产物 Water H₂O 2 (l)

日常示例

Road salt (calcium chloride) used for de-icing in winter can be produced by this neutralization reaction.

工业重要性

氯化钙用于道路除冰、尘土控制、混凝土速凝和干燥剂。石灰-盐酸中和反应用于工业酸性废水的中和处理,成本低廉。

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Hydrochloric Acid and Calcium Hydroxide?
The balanced equation is: 2HCl + Ca(OH)₂ → CaCl₂ + 2H₂O.
What type of reaction is Hydrochloric Acid and Calcium Hydroxide?
Hydrochloric Acid and Calcium Hydroxide is a acid-base reaction.
Is Hydrochloric Acid and Calcium Hydroxide exothermic or endothermic?
Hydrochloric Acid and Calcium Hydroxide is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -118.0 kJ/mol.