Question

Which type of reaction happens when negative ions from an acid and positive ions from
a base combine to form a salt?

A) neutralization

B) combustion

C) acidification

D) decomposition

Answer 1

Answer:

A. neutralization .

Explanation:

because when an acid and a base react to form water and a salt and involves the combination of H+ ions and OH- ions to generate water. The neutralization of a strong acid and strong base has a pH equal to 7.