Balancing Acid/Base Neutralization Equations - 1 EASY TRICK - sodium hydroxide and hydrochloric acid

This video tutorial explains how to balance the chemical reaction between sodium hydroxide (NaOH) and hydrochloric acid (HCl) using a four-step process. It includes drawing a table to organize reactants and products, listing elements and polyatomic ions, counting them on both sides of the equation, and using a trick to simplify balancing acid-base reactions. The tutorial concludes by demonstrating that the equation is already balanced and emphasizes the trick of rewriting water as HOH to make balancing easier.

What is the first step in balancing the chemical reaction between NaOH and HCL?

• Draw a table and center it under the arrow.

• List the products of the reaction.

• Rewrite water as HOH.

• Count the number of atoms on each side.

Which elements or polyatomic ions are listed for the reaction between NaOH and HCL?

• Na, H2O, Cl

• Na, OH, H, Cl

• Na, H, O, Cl

• Na, H, Cl, O2

What is the trick to simplify balancing acid-base reactions?

• Use a catalyst.

• Change the temperature.

• Add more reactants.

• Rewrite H2O as HOH.

Why is it helpful to rewrite H2O as HOH in acid-base reactions?

• It helps in counting polyatomic ions.

• It balances the charge.

• It changes the reaction speed.

• It increases the yield of products.

What indicates that the chemical equation is already balanced?

• The number of atoms on both sides is equal.

• The reaction produces heat.

• The reactants are completely used up.

• The products are in gaseous form.