Acids, Bases and Salts
Give reason: Acidic soil is treated with quick lime.
State whether the following statement is true or false. Correct if it's a false statement. Calamine can be used to treat ant's sting.
$$\textbf{Concept Applied:}$$ A neutralization reaction is when an acid and a base react to form water and salt and involves the combination of H+ ions and OH- ions to generate water.
$$\textbf{Explanation:}$$ When an ant bites, it injects formic acid into the skin. Calamine solution contains zinc carbonate and is basic in nature. When applied to the skin, it reacts with the acid, and neutralizes its effect, thus giving relief.
Hence, the given statement is true.
Give reason: Acidic soil is treated with quick lime.
Give reason: A wasp sting is treated with vinegar.
Form a sentence using the following words - baking soda, ant bite, moist, effect, neutralised, and rubbing.
Explain two neutralisation reactions related to daily life situation.
Paheli is suffering from indigestion due to acidity. Is it advisable to give her orange juice in this situation and why?