Which of the following mixing of 1M base and 1M acid leads to the largest increase in temperature? (A) 50 mL HCl and 20 mL NaOH (B) 30 mL HCl and 30 mL NaOH (C) 45 mL CH3COOH and 25 mL NaOH (D) 30 mL

Question

Which of the following mixing of 1M base and 1M acid leads to the largest increase in temperature?

(A) 50 mL HCl and 20 mL NaOH
(B) 30 mL HCl and 30 mL NaOH
(C) 45 mL CH3COOH and 25 mL NaOH
(D) 30 mL CH3COOH and 30 mL NaOH

Prashant Kotian · Accepted Answer

Correct answer: B. Complete neutralisation leads to largest increase in temperature.

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